PCF 7: Skills and Interventions
SKILLS AND INTERVENTIONS – Use judgement, knowledge and authority to intervene with individuals, families and communities to promote independence, provide support, prevent harm and enable
Social workers engage with individuals, families, and communities, working alongside people to determine their needs and wishes, and what action may be helpful. We build productive working relationships and communicate effectively. Using our professional judgement, we employ appropriate interventions, promoting self-determination, support, protection and positive change. We develop and maintain skills relevant to our roles. We understand and take account of power differentials and use our authority appropriately. We evaluate our own practice and its impact, and how we improve outcomes for those we work with.
PCF 7: Tool 1 – Interviewing skills
PCF 7: Tool 2 – Assessment, reflection and analysis mindmap
PCF 7: Tool 4 – Language, a Strength Based Approach and Assessment Skills
PCF 7: Tool 5 – Active Listening