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The experiences of newly qualified social workers’ readiness in providing services to families and children in Gauteng
Mini Dissertation (MSW (Play-Based Intervention))--University of Pretoria, 2024.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/99006 The experiences of newly qualified social workers’ readiness in providing services to families and children in Gauteng Jordaan, Leanne u16324367@tuks.co.za Shai, Seboke Prodence UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Newly qualified social workers Social work service experience Child Family Readiness Mini Dissertation (MSW (Play-Based Intervention))--University of Pretoria, 2024. Transitioning from university into the professional workplace is challenging for newly qualified social workers (NQSWs). With a growing number of NQSWs entering the field, it is crucial to evaluate their experiences, to enhance academic programmes and workplace support systems. Research shows that many NQSWs lack sufficient organisational support necessary for effective service delivery to children and families. Collaborative efforts between NQSWs, senior social workers, and multidisciplinary teams within and outside organisations, as suggested by the Theory of Collaborative Advantage (TCA), are essential for overcoming challenges and maximising outcomes. This qualitative study explored NQSWs' readiness to provide services to children and families in Gauteng using an interpretivist paradigm and instrumental case study design. Seven participants were selected through purposive sampling, interviewed using semi-structured interviews, and analysed through thematic analysis. Findings revealed that NQSWs perceive readiness as possessing both knowledge and skills in social work, and their experiences involve both positive and negative experiences with service users. Challenges identified included workload management and the need for more supportive organisational initiatives. Recommendations emphasise organisational support for training in critical areas like court proceedings, accessible workplace structures for disabled employees, and manageable caseloads. Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are recommended to enhance curricula by integrating practical aspects such as foster care services and court procedures. Continuing professional development through seminars and workshops is also recommended to strengthen NQSWs' competencies. Future research should expand on these findings with a larger, representative sample across various social work sectors, focusing on effective support structures during the university-to-workplace transition. UP Postgraduate Masters Coursework Social Work and Criminology MSW (Play-Based Intervention) Unrestricted Faculty of Humanities SDG-03: Good health and well-being 2024-11-11T13:42:37Z 2024-11-11T13:42:37Z 2025-04 2024-08 Mini Dissertation * A2025 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/99006 DOI: https://doi.org/10.25403/UPresearchdata.27334566.v1 10.25403/UPresearchdata.27334566 en © 2023 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Newly qualified social workers Social work service experience Child Family Readiness The experiences of newly qualified social workers’ readiness in providing services to families and children in Gauteng |
| title | The experiences of newly qualified social workers’ readiness in providing services to families and children in Gauteng |
| title_full | The experiences of newly qualified social workers’ readiness in providing services to families and children in Gauteng |
| title_fullStr | The experiences of newly qualified social workers’ readiness in providing services to families and children in Gauteng |
| title_full_unstemmed | The experiences of newly qualified social workers’ readiness in providing services to families and children in Gauteng |
| title_short | The experiences of newly qualified social workers’ readiness in providing services to families and children in Gauteng |
| title_sort | experiences of newly qualified social workers readiness in providing services to families and children in gauteng |
| topic | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Newly qualified social workers Social work service experience Child Family Readiness |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/99006 |