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    Group work is used in community development, education, healthcare, and industrial settings. It involves facilitating interactions in groups to address needs, provide support, and achieve common goals. In community settings, groups help with social integration, participation in programs, and developing local leaders. In education, groups assist with issues like stress, relationships, and academics. Healthcare uses groups for patient support, counseling, education, and caregiver support. Industries use groups for team building, communication, and employee wellness. The social worker facilitates groups to meet setting-specific needs.

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    Group Work Practice

    in Community Development,
    Education and Healthcare,
    industrial Settings.

    By
    Mithun Krishna K
     Group work one of the primary methods of social
    work which develops the ability to established
    contractive relationship in through group
    activities.

     Social group work is a methods of social work


    which helps individuals to enhance their social
    functioning through purposeful group
    experiences and to cope more effectively with
    their personal, group or community problems.
    Community development

    Community is

     A group of individuals
     Who live in a close proximity to one another
     Who share a common environment and
     Who identify themselves with that community
    Primary Objectives in Community Setting
     Social integration of the community on a local neighbourhood basis.
     Through participation is self-help and mutual-aid programmers,
     Motivating people to improve their living conditions.
     Especially those adversely affecting their Physical and Social
    development.
     Creation of opportunities for undertaking programmers of economic
    betterment based on the maximum-use of community resources and
    local initiative.
     Develop a sense belonging to the community
     Identification and development of local leader.
     The group work in community setting is in the form of self-help
    groups, recreational groups, action groups, etc.
    Social Group Worker's Role
     Enabler
     Broker
     Advocate
     Activist
     Mediator
     Negotiator
     Group facilitator
     Co-ordinator
     Communicator and interpreter
     Educator
     Initiator
     Empowerer
    Essential skill for group social worker
     Skills in Rapport Establishment
     Skills in Identification of Needs.
     Skills in Resources Mobilisation
     Skills in Programme Planning
     Skills in Programme Management
     Skills in Evaluation
     Skills in Recording
     Skills in Encouraging Community Participation
     Skills in Working with the group
     Skills in working with the individuals
     Skills in Mobilising Community Action
    INDUSTRIAL SETTING

     To implement social group work effectively in industrial settings, it's


    important to have trained social workers or facilitators who can design
    and lead activities that address the specific needs and challenges of the
    workforce. These efforts can contribute to a more supportive,
    collaborative, and emotionally healthy work environment.

     Social group work in industrial settings involves facilitating


    interactions and collaboration among employees to promote a positive
    work environment and achieve common goals.
    INDUSTRIAL SETTING

     Business and industry are not merely profit oriented institutions but
    have social obligations as well, hence social group work does have
    plenty of scope in industry, as it can help it to achieve its social goals.
     To day, it is not only the production or sale of goods and services that
    is the managements' concern, but the social climate insert the
    organisation, the work structure and the mental health of the
    employees is of equal concern.
    KEY ASPECTS
     Team building
     Conflict resolution
     Stress Management
     Employee support groups
     Communication skills
     Diversity and inclusion
     Wellness programs
     Feedback and improvement
    Factor influencing group work in industries
     The attitude of the management
     The interest of employees towards group work
     The needs of the business
     The availability of employees for group work
     Cost effectiveness of the group work services provided
    Educational setting

     Many a time neither the parent nor the teacher are


    aware of the fact that child is facing stress in school or
    college even if they do, they are not proficient in
    dealing with the problem. The sources of stress may
    from scholastic difficulties to the problem of
    maintaining relationship. The organisational dynamic
    of schools also makes an impact on the social and
    academic adjustment of children and adolescents.
    KEY ASPECT
     Helping slow learners.
     Mainstreaming out of school children and youth.
     Dealing with problem of dropout.
     Helping youth acquire value education.
     Helping youth acquire skills to become self
    employee
     Generating awareness about drug use, HIV/AIDS and
    other health issues.
    TYPES OF GROUPS
    Remedial- aimed to improve certain skills
    Supportive- giving emotional support to the students
    Psycho educational - deals with common issues occur at
    different stages of development
    HEALTH CARE

     Social group work practice in healthcare settings plays a crucial role in supporting
    patients, improving their well-being, and facilitating effective healthcare
    delivery.
     To implement social group work effectively in healthcare, social workers,
    therapists, or trained facilitators play a vital role in designing and leading group
    sessions. They create a safe and supportive environment, establish ground rules,
    and facilitate discussions to meet the specific needs of participants. These
    practices enhance emotional well-being, provide information, and empower
    patients and their families to actively engage in their healthcare journey.
    KEY ASPECTS

     Patient support groups


    These groups bring together individuals facing similar health
    challenges, providing emotional support, information sharing, and
    a sense of community for patients and their families.
     Psychotherapy and counselling groups
    Social workers and therapists use group settings to provide
    counselling, therapy, and support for individuals dealing with
    mental health issues, addiction, or grief.
     Health Education and Promotion
    Group work is used to educate patients and communities about preventive
    measures, healthy lifestyle choices, and disease management.
     Caregiver Support Groups
    These groups are designed to help caregivers of patients, offering guidance,
    emotional support, and practical advice for managing the demands of caregiving.
     Chronic Disease Management
    Group sessions can assist patients in managing chronic conditions like
    diabetes, providing a platform for sharing experiences and learning self-management
    skills.
     Grief and Bereavement Support
    Social group work can help individuals cope with grief and loss by providing a
    safe space to express emotions and share experiences.
     Rehabilitation and Recovery
    In settings like physical therapy and addiction
    recovery, group work can enhance motivation and
    accountability among patients.
     Community Health Initiatives
    Social group work extends to community-wide
    efforts, engaging residents in addressing public health
    concerns and promoting healthy living.
     Conflict Resolution
    Healthcare professionals can use group work to
    address conflicts, misunderstandings, or ethical dilemmas
    within the healthcare team.
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