Clinical Simulations

Joy, Maria, Ben, and Carol attend a caregiver support group at a local community center for individuals caring for a loved one diagnosed with dementia. You are the social work practitioner assigned to lead the group session today.

Jessica is an 18-year-old with cognitive delays who was evaluated by the Department of Human Services following a police response to an altercation between Jessica and her father, Darryl, about Jessica's parenting of her daughter, Janelle. After meeting with their Child Protective Services social worker for an initial assessment, Jessica and her parents have agreed to follow the necessary steps to keep their case voluntary. You are the social worker assigned to provide the family's intervention today.

Patty is a 35-year-old scheduled for a follow-up visit with a social worker after being referred by Child Protective Services about a recent family crisis. You are the social worker assigned to complete a genogram with Patty via telehealth today.

Thomas is 16-year-old who is exhibiting signs of withdrawal from peers and activities, excessive fatigue, and headaches. His school nurse has reached out to student services over concerns Thomas may be experiencing neglect and/or excessive stress. You are the school social worker assigned to evaluate Thomas.

Jessica is an 18-year-old with cognitive delays who is being evaluated by the Department of Human Services following police response to an altercation between Jessica and her father, Darryl, about Jessica's parenting of her daughter, Janelle. You are the social work practitioner assigned to complete an in-home psychosocial assessment with Jessica and her family.

Tyler is a 15-year-old high school student who recently relocated with his mother and sister. A teacher raised concerns about Tyler’s hygiene and peer isolation and referred Tyler to the school social worker. You are the school social worker assigned to complete a psychosocial interview with Tyler.

April is scheduled for a consult evaluation to discuss the drug paraphernalia her foster mother found in her closet and the recent changes in April’s moods. You are the social worker assigned to complete a psychosocial interview with April.