Master of Social Work Field Practicum Reports

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The Master of Social Work program provides an option of completing the requirements with a thesis, or a practicum. The practicum option contains two streams: the field practicum and the research practicum. The full details for the program are provided here: Graduate Studies and Research -- Master of Social Work program.

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    Cancer treatment as a place: ecofeminism as a social work framework
    (Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina, 2016-05-17) Enns, Karen; Chalmers, Darlene; Jeffery, Bonnie
    This paper is a reflection of my field practicum at the Saskatoon Cancer Centre from May11, 2015 to August 11, 2015. It explores ecofeminism as a guiding clinical framework with people who are receiving cancer treatment. A literature review highlights ecofeminism, oncology social work, ecosocialwork, ecopsychology, people as place, nature and ecology, and spirituality. It also provides a description of my learning goals, practice objectives, learning activities, a description of the practicum setting, the integration of theory and practice, challenges, ethics, and implications for future social work practice. This paper identifies the support for ecofeminism as an expanded framework for social work, with the potential to inform clinical practice in health care settings and influence the future of ecological social work theory and practice.
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    Children’s mental health services: a practicum report
    (Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina, 2019-02) Sidhu, Gurkirat; Chalmers, Darlene; Novotna, Gabriela
    This report provides a critical review of my field practicum experience as a Master of Social Work (MSW) student at Children’s Mental Health Services within the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The focus of this field practicum was to work within a multi-disciplinary team to provide services to caregivers and children from birth to 11 years of age experiencing mental health challenges. This 450-hour field practicum was completed over 12 weeks under the supervision of my Professional Associate, a clinical social worker. I carried a small caseload of children and their families and provided direct counselling services and initial assessments. Included in the report is a description of the agency, my practicum goals and activities, a literature review, a reflection of theories which shaped my practice with discussion reflecting on ethical social work practice. I conclude the report with a reflection on my professional growth over the 12 weeks of my field practicum placement.
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    Children’s mental health services: learning and exploring on a clinical playground
    (Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina, 2020-10) Wilde, Kristin R.; Chalmers, Darlene; Milne, Lise
    This practicum report is a summary and reflection of my learning and experiences at Children’s Mental Health Services in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; a clinical field practicum in partial fulfilment of a Master of Social Work degree. The purpose of this 12-week practicum was to gain graduate level field experience using narrative therapy techniques in working with children and families accessing Children’s Mental Health Services. In addition to working as a member of an interdisciplinary team, I provided family, individual, and group-based therapy, assisted with various groups, and became familiar with an assortment of programs that are connected to Children’s Mental Health Services. The report begins with a discussion of my learning goals and outcomes, an overview of children’s mental health, and a description of the Saskatchewan Health Authority and Children’s Mental Health Services. A literature review of child development, narrative therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and trauma-informed care follows. I then discuss how these frameworks were integrated into my clinical social work practicum and include professional development opportunities, and social work values and ethical considerations. The report concludes with a summary and reflection of the personal and professional growth I realized by means of this practicum experience.
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    Community Living Division: a field practicum placement
    (Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina, 2018-01) MacInnis, Christina; Chalmers, Darlene; Johner, Randy
    This comprehensive report outlines my field practicum experience with Community Living Division in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. Over a period of three months, I provided support to persons with intellectual disabilities, accessing resources from the Client Services Unit and Outreach and Prevention Services. Based on my experiences, the concept of ideology will be explored in the context of societal, agency and personal perspectives. The application of critical disability theory and systems theory will be used in the analysis of oppression, as demonstrated within the medical model and group home settings. Additionally, the strategies and skills utilized during the field practicum will be summarized and ethical considerations presented. The report will conclude with a discussion surrounding professional development and implications for future social work practice.
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    Counselling in child and youth mental health: a field practicum report
    (Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina, 2019-01) Silzer, Colette; Chalmers, Darlene; Novik, Nuelle
    This report discusses my clinical experience and integration of theory and practice while completing a Master of Social Work field practicum. The practicum was completed at Youth Community Counselling (YCC) with Mental Health and Addictions Services (MHAS) in Saskatoon within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). The objective of my practicum placement was to gain graduate level practice experience with youth diagnosed with complex mental health issues via individual counselling and family therapy sessions. The therapeutic framework integrated into my practice with individuals and their caregivers included Trauma Informed Care (TIC), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), from a Strengths-Based Perspective (SBP). The report begins with my learning objectives, practicum activities, and my direct practice learning experiences in my placement setting. I then present information on mental health and the process of assessment and diagnosis within my practicum placement, followed by a review of the literature on the theories integrated into my practice and a reflection on the theories. Lastly, I discuss values and ethics in relation to my practicum learning experience, and conclude the report with a final summary reflection.
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    Integrating a narrative approach in clinical practice with youth experiencing disordered eating and in family therapy
    (Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina, 2017-04) Yablonski, Kayly; Chalmers, Darlene; Novotna, Gabriela
    This report examines my experience as a Master of Social Work student during my field practicum placement with the Youth Community Counselling Program (YCC), with Mental Health and Addiction Services, Saskatoon, Sk. The purpose of this practicum was to gain graduate level experience and knowledge in providing services to youth and families experiencing disordered eating, and in providing therapy to families accessing services through Mental Health and Addiction Services. I provided individual counselling and family-based treatment, participated in the development of a research project, and worked as part of an interdisciplinary team. This report presents my learning through the integration of theory and social work practice. I explore the literature on evidence-based practice for working with youth and their families, with a focus on counselling approaches incorporating narrative therapy, structural family therapy, attachment theory, family systems theory, and family-based treatment. I also discuss the relationship between my ideological views, values, ethics and self-reflection in supporting young people and their families. The report concludes with discussion of my learning outcomes, intersectional analysis, and ethical considerations.
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    A narrative way of being
    (Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina, 2016-02) Corbeil, Anjeanette; Halabuza, Donalda; Chalmers, Darlene
    The helping relationship is intricately bound with genuine honour and ethical responsibility. Being invited into another’s story of hardship and uncertainty carries a profound obligation that holds a powerful opportunity for human connection and influence. Narrative therapy offers a respectful, reflective approach to the helping relationship and therapeutic process that celebrates collaborative effort and impact. Genuine curiosity and the art of storytelling spark insight and inspiration as they hold the power to leave a lasting impression. As a social work practice reflection, this discourse includes an outline of my practicum objectives, shares skills and stories discovered and reveals an honest exploration of my personal and professional growth through appreciating a narrative way of being.
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    Reflective review on working with couples and others : integrating theory and practice
    (Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina, 2015-04-02) Shewchuk, Norine; Watkinson, Ailsa; Chalmers, Darlene
    This paper is an overview of a field practicum experience at Family Service Saskatoon, an organization located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The paper provides an overview of the agency and the programs and services it offers, along with the goals and objectives for the practicum. The primary objective of the practicum placement focused on couple counselling. An overview of conducting couple counselling is presented along with a literature review exploring aspects of living in relationship that positively support a healthy couple relationship. The integration of social work practice and theory will be evident in the discussions. Attachment theory, emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and feminist theory are the primary theories addressed. The paper also incorporates an overview of the secondary activities conducted throughout the practicum including group work, presentations and a project. The types of clients served, the social conditions addressed and relevant research are discussed along with the new knowledge acquired and the challenges experienced. The paper concludes with my vision as to how I plan to contribute to the social work profession.