Engage with systems utilizing evidence-based practice strategies

Using the social work skills of engagement and relationship building, I planned, organized, and carried out a meet and greet at the housing site that I am doing my practicum at.  I took several aspects into consideration when planning.  When making the fliers, I researched to make sure that the font, size, and layout would be appropriate for the population at the site, which is primarily senior citizens.  I also included food for the event, which was based off of those that have been working with this demographic at this location for years mentioning that they love food and if food is involved then more people will come.  At the event itself, using a person-centered approach, myself as well as the other caseworker spent time introducing ourselves to the residents that have not met us yet, as well as spending time talking to the residents and listening to any concerns and ideas that they had.  I used several social work values in this event, including the respect and dignity of individuals, competence, and the importance of human relationships.  The cognitive processes used were creating and applying and the affective process used was receiving.