Harm reduction and clinical social work self-reflection

Self-Reflection assignments (4). These assignments are due before class the weeks 3, 5, 7, 9 (5pts each, 20% of grade). You will write these notes about the relationship between what you learn in class- your interpretation of this knowledge, and how you plan to, or, are implementing this knowledge in your internship or current client work. This assignment provides both an opportunity to self-reflection and measures your knowledge of the course materials; literature, videos, discussions, activities, as well as introduce you to clinical documentation. Students will write their personal reflections regarding the class/activities/readings/async work in the format of a SOAP note (however, not from a medical perspective). Instructors will review and teach how to write a SOAP note in week 1. In essence, students will be writing, in 3rd person, about their progression as a course participant and (if applicable) as an internship student-professional workers through the course in the form of a clinical note. Each note should not be more than 1 page. Notes will be evaluated based on the extent to which they demonstrate self-reflection and critical thinking with clarity, coherence, accuracy, relevance, and significance. Students will use these skills to assess how their own lived experience effect their perspective of working with diverse people. Students will also assess how the course materials inform their understanding of how race, culture, ethnicity gender, sexual identity, age, class and other social determinants health interact with substance use, mental health and trauma. Responses should be integrative, constructive, non-defensive, and authentic. Receiving full credit for each note requires effort, energy, thoughtfulness, and willingness to engage in and commit to self-reflection and openness about learning and working in a highly diverse society. You should write four parts of your SOAP note. Four Parts of a SOAP Note Subjective The subjective component of a SOAP note focuses on the individuals personal experiences, feelings, and concerns. It is important to consider factors such as racial/cultural, sexual and gender identity and other social determinants. When writing the subjective portion, it’s essential to use your own words as much as possible to accurately convey your perspective. Examples: Student felt overwhelmed by all the course materials. Student felt that due their own lived experience with being used to access medical services they were confused by one of their internship client who was highly depressed who refused to take medication and use mental health services. The student did not realize how much mental health is a global problem before the class. Objective The objective section of a SOAP note records observable data and factual information. Examples: Student arrived on time in class. Student did not see the video and read the materials on …. The student engaged in group discussion Student was informed by their client they were part of a community which did not approve of medical interventions. Client was agitated when student suggested to client try medication. Student discussed this with supervisors. Assessment The assessment portion of a SOAP note is where the provider evaluates the information gathered during the subjective and objective sections. Example: Student is having difficulty scheduling different work and family duties, this especially as they currently are caring for a sick child. The student needs to learn more about how different experiences and cultural believe systems may affect treatment participation and health care use. Plan The plan section outlines the next steps in the students course participation and learning process. Examples: Student will start to review course materials a week early and spend 20 minutes each day on going through the course content for next week. Student will ask teacher and class about practice methods to promote client considering taking their medication. Student will discuss in group how to approach this situation from a DEI perspective.