Anti-Oppressive Practice: Erica Jackson Case Study- Social Work Theory Assignment

Internal Code: TOA101

Social Work Theory Assignment:

Introduction to Case Study Referral: Erica Jackson Date of Birth: 15 January 1989 Cultural Background: Unknown Family: Erica lives with her partner James (Jim) and two children Jemima (12) and Isaac (3). Jim works full time in the building industry and the family relocated from interstate 8 months ago so he could take up a new job opportunity. Erica works part time in retail, in a shop that is close to her home and this allows her to pick up the children from school when needed. Presenting Issues: Erica has self-referred to the local community centre on the advice of a friend. Soon after arriving in town, Jim was charged by the police for driving under the influence of alcohol and his driver licence was suspended for 12 months following a court appearance. She recently discovered Jim is also having difficulty at work. Erica said she was angry with Jim as they couldn’t afford for him to lose his job and he has been spending a lot of the family budget on alcohol, going out on the weekends to drink. She has noticed Jim is often angry and frustrated with the kids. Erica did not really want to tell anyone, but lately it had started to get her down and she has agreed to this referral to talk to someone about her situation. Task: Reflection on the first interview: the client's perspective Listen to the recording of Erica's reflections on the first meeting with the worker at the community centre. Drawing on the information provided in the recording, critically examine how Anti-Oppressive Practice and Strengths Based Practice could inform your understanding of Erica's situation and your approach to working with this client and her family.