Essay: Matching our ideas about community with community work models.

Using relevant literature and theoretical frameworks discuss how organisational culture differs between government and non- government organisations. Consider the implications of the following:

•   External social factors

•   Organisational structure

•   Power and governance

•   Change management approaches

•   Roles and responsibilities

•   Implications for workers

  Discussion of the roles and responsibilities of human services within an agency context

  It is essential that students complete the readings and material provided. Learning activities should be linked to these readings and all material referenced as appropriate.

  The essay must be typed on a word processor and lodged through Learnline.

  The word count does not include the reference list.

  The essay will be assessed according to the following:

•   Integration of knowledge and theory of organisational contexts

•   Demonstrated understanding of the complexity of various forces on organisations (e.g. external/internal factors)

•   Use of relevant literature

•   Adherence to academic writing conventions (e.g. referencing,

  structure)

•   Use of definition or organisational culture

•   Demonstrated ability to differentiate between organisational culture and structure

•   Has at least 5 academic references