Case Study on Therapeutic Intervention in Social Care : Health And Social Care Assessment Brief

Assessment Brief 

Part 1 (1.5, 1.15, 2.1, 2.3, 2.17, 3.1, 3.3, 4.4, 5.1, 5.9, 5.10, 5.14, 5.16, 5.19):

Students are required to develop a case study informed by their practice placement experiences. Students must select an individual service user case, then apply and justify a therapeutic approach based on their learning acquired during the module. The analysis should incorporate theory, ethics, supervision, and professional reflective practice, aligning with the Standards of Proficiency for Social Care Workers as outlined by the Social Care Workers Registration Board.

The Assignment Should Cover the following Key Areas:

Organisational Context (Minimum 300 words)

• Describe the setting in which the social care intervention would take place (e.g., residential care, community-based services, family support, mental health services, etc.).
• Identify the target population and the specific needs regarding relevant research of service users within this context.
• Discuss relevant policies, frameworks, and legislation guiding social care work in this setting.

Genogram of the Person Involved (Minimum 250 words, including visual representation)

• Create a genogram to visually represent the service user’s family and social relationships.
• Analyse how familial and social dynamics influence the service user’s experience and therapeutic needs.

Therapeutic Intervention Approach (Minimum 700 words)

• Identify the chosen therapeutic intervention (e.g., Trauma-Focused CBT, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, etc.). Link the intervention to relevant theories and models of practice.
• Justify the selection of this intervention in relation to the needs of the service user.
• Review recent literature and evidence-based research supporting the use of the chosen therapeutic approach.
• Discuss the efficacy and limitations of the intervention.
• Compare and contrast findings from different sources to support the application of the approach in social care settings. 

Implementation of the Approach: Techniques and Skills (Minimum 400 words)

• Planning: Explain how you would plan the chosen therapeutic approach in practice.
• Implementation: Detail specific techniques and skills required (e.g., active listening, cognitive restructuring, creative expression, motivational interviewing, etc.).
• Evaluation: Discuss how the intervention aligns with evidence-informed practice in social care.

Expected Outcomes (Minimum 250 words)

• Outline the short-term and long-term goals of the intervention.
• Describe indicators of positive change and how progress will be assessed.
• Discuss how the intervention contributes to service user empowerment and well-being.

Ethical Issues Arising for the Service User and Social Care Worker (Minimum 850 words)

• Identify ethical considerations relevant to the case study (e.g., informed consent, confidentiality, dual relationships, power dynamics, etc.).
• Reflect on these challenges for the social care worker in implementing the intervention.
• Discuss strategies to address these challenges while maintaining professional boundaries and effective engagement.
• Discuss how supervision and continuous learning, and development in therapeutic practice will be used in line with professional standards and codes of ethics.

Reflections on the Writing Process (Minimum 250 words)

• What aspects of the assignment were most engaging and informative?
• What aspects would you approach differently in the future?
• What challenges did you encounter in writing this assignment?
• How has the assignment influenced your understanding of therapeutic interventions in social care?

Written Assignment

The Requirements for the written assignment are as follows:

• 12 Font (Times New Roman).
• Line spacing 1.5.
• Make sure page numbers are included throughout.
• It is essential that this assignment follows Harvard UL Referencing. Please refer to the Harvard Referencing Guidelines found here.
• Ensure that you follow the appropriate academic tone. Avoid the use of personal pronouns. A guide to academic writing can be found here.
• Your assignment should be underpinned by good quality, relevant and current literature.

Grading Rubric for Assignment 1 (80%)

Grade Descriptors:

• A (85%–100 %): Excellent (17–20 marks): Exceptional depth of reflection, insightful analysis, strong theoretical connections, and clear application of social care frameworks. Demonstrates excellent self-awareness, critical thinking, and professional growth.
• B (70%–84%): Very Good (14–16 marks): Thoughtful and well-developed work with strong links to practice and theory. Demonstrates a high level of engagement and structured reflection.
• C (55%–69%): Good (11–13 marks): Adequate application of social care theory and reflection. Some insights and self-awareness are demonstrated, though lacking depth or originality.
• D (40%–54%): Satisfactory (8–10 marks): Limited reflection with superficial analysis. Minimal integration of theory or professional practice. Lacks depth and structure.
• F (0%–39%): Fail (0–7 marks): Poorly developed reflections with little depth, unclear writing, and minimal engagement with the assignment criteria. Fails to demonstrate understanding of key concepts or lacks required components.