COMPETENCY EIGHT

C A I T LY N S I M K I N

 8.1 Analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies

that advance social well being
Social workers understand policy and attempt to
make policies work in favor of the client
Example: SFVC has a strict confidentiality policy
and protects clients information and only provides
that information if absolutely necessary.

 8.2 Collaborate with colleagues and clients for

effective policy action.
Social workers can work effectively with one
another when discussing policies and later on,
implementing those policies.
Example: Asking the lead victim advocate if a
person has grounds for filing a protective order or
no-contact order