Presentation

Various agencies contribute to the social services offered in social work practice. Although the goal of many social work agencies may appear the same—to offer social services to clients who need them—each agency provides a unique approach or opportunity to deliver those needs.

As a future social worker, understanding the position of your agency in reference to the world of social work practice might provide valuable perspectives for applying your professional skills.

For this Assignment, research the agency (Georgia Department of Family and Children Services)  you are working with for your field education experience. Examine the characteristics of your agency in reference to the field of social work and the types of services offered to clients.

The Assignment (8–10 PowerPoint slides):

Create an Agency (Georgia Department of Family and Children Services) PowerPoint Presentation that includes the following:

• A definition of the characteristics of the population(s) served by your agency
• A description of the sources of funding for your agency
• An explanation of the agency's mission statement and a comparison to your agency learning agreement
• A description of the organizational structure of your agency