Human Services
Agency Paper – The student will write a paper (minimum 5-7 pages APA) on the practicum agency emphasizing agency structure, populations served, core services provided and an analysis of relevant agency policies. This paper is to be double- spaced and typed. The content is not limited to, but must include:
Stated goals and objectives of the agency
The formal organizational structure of the agency
The social services programs administered by the agency
Describe the clients of the agency and what client needs the agency meets identify the significant disciplines other than social work in the agency
Identify key sources of funding for the agency
Describe the general atmosphere within the agency
Identify the policy-making body of the agency
Identify three key community resources used by the practicum agency
Overview of populations served
Identification and exploration of core services provided by the agency
You will gather information for your paper thru the Practicum Agency Interviews, Websites etc.
