Discussion Question

 Post an explanation of the skills and considerations needed to conduct an initial assessment with Aaron. Specifically:

• What does Aaron need, and why?
• What questions would you, as the social worker, ask to provide him with support and better understand his story?

Then, analyze Aaron’s experience as a marginalized ethnic group in the United States.

• What systems does Aaron interact with?
• In what ways might the dominant ethnic group be impacting Aaron’s experience?