“Body language and tone of voice – not words – are our most powerful assessment tools.” – Christopher Voss

Competency 7: Assessment

Assess with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities

As an advanced-level social worker, I have a commitment to thorough assessments across diverse levels of practice, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. My experience will enable me to formulate comprehensive assessments using a variety of tools, which will ensure a better understanding of my clients and the systems that I serve. I will critically examine evidence-based practices and stay at the forefront of the field and will be prepared to address the complex needs of the individuals and communities that I serve. I will implement organizational and community assessments, using an approach that includes environmental, systemic, and cultural factors. I will use evidence-based assessments and will also take into consideration the needs of the individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities with whom I engage.

Practice Behaviors and Evidences

7.1 – Formulate comprehensive assessments, using a variety of diagnostic classification systems

• Field Evidence for Practice Behavior 7.1
• Course Evidence for Practice Behavior 7.1

7.2 – Design and implement organizational and/or community assessments

• Field Evidence for Practice Behavior 7.2
• Additional Field Evidence for Practice Behavior 7.2
• Course Evidence for Practice Behavior 7.2