Case notes serve as a crucial form of documentation in social work practice. They provide a written record of the interactions, assessments, interventions, and progress made with clients.
This documentation is essential for accountability, both to the client and to the agency or organization employing the social worker.
In practice settings, proper documentation through case notes is crucial for delivery of services and financial reimbursement/payment. Funding sources often require detailed records to justify the allocation of resources.Before you begin the assignment, read the required articles to assist you in completing the assignment:”Raising the Titanic: Rescuing Social Work Documentation from the Sea of Ethical Risk””Documentation in Social Work: Evolving Ethical and Risk-Management Standards”Watch the “Alex/Sarah Client Session” video located below
The video is of a meeting between a social worker and a client. You will then complete the Case Note Worksheet to demonstrate your ability to effectively write a case note using the note structure in the worksheet.This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
