Van Hook, M. P. (2019). Assessment of families. Download Assessment of families. In Social work practice with families: A resiliency-based approach (3rd ed., pp. 64–106). Oxford University Press.
Walden University, LLC. (2022). Social work case studies [Interactive media]. Walden University Canvas. https://waldenu.instructure.com
Navigate to the Hernandez Family case.
Credit line: Social work practice with families: A resiliency-based approach, 3rd Edition by Van Hook, M.P. Copyright 2019 by Oxford University Press. Reprinted by permission of Oxford University Press via the Copyright Clearance Center. Licensed in 2022.
TO PREPARE
Review the Learning Resources on theories and assessment of families. Based on the Van Hook “Assessment of Families” chapter, explore validated assessment tools for use with families.
Access the Social Work Case Studies media and navigate to the Hernandez Family case.
BY DAY 7
Submit a 2-page paper in which you:
Explain why it is important to use theory in family therapy. How does theory help social workers understand and assess a family?
Apply systems theory and a developmental perspective to the Hernandez family. How would this perspective inform your assessment?
Select a validated assessment tool from the Van Hook chapter that you would use to assist with your assessment of the Hernandez family. How would this assessment, including results from your chosen assessment tool, inform the treatment plan?
Use the Learning Resources to support your Assignment. Make sure to provide APA citations and a reference list.