SYLLABUS FOR CASE MANAGEMENT

 

Term:  Summer 2003 (May 9, 10, 16, 17, 30, 31, June 6, 7)

Course Number: 33319

Instructor: Ms. Kris Maynard

E-Mail: Kmaynard@oakparktownship.org

Phone: 708-313-6699

 

Instructor Background:            BSW, Illinois State University

                                                MSW, University of Illinois at Chicago

Professional Credentials:            LCSW (Illinois)

 

Course Time: Friday 6:30-9pm; Saturday 10am-6pm

 

Course Description: This course will assist students in developing the skills associated with effective case management in a social service setting.  Emphasis will be placed on communication, assessment, and planning.

 

Prerequisites: None

 

Learning Outcomes/ Competencies: At the end of this course students will be able to:

 

1.  Summarize and explain the basic concepts of case management.

 

2.  Apply the ecological model and systems theory to a client’s current living situation.

 

3.  Conduct an interview appropriate for case management objectives. 

 

4.  Develop and monitor a treatment plan.

 

5.  Understand ethical, legal, and professional issues as they relate to case management.

 

6.  Understand the differentiating dynamics of working with special populations.

 

Textbook:

Summers, Nancy. Fundamentals of Case Management Practice, Exercises and Readings. Canada: Brooks/Cole (2001).

 

Grading Scale:

 

1000-900            A

899-800            B

799-700            C

699-600            D

599-0                F

 

Assessments:

 

Presentation (200 points): There is one 30-minute presentation.  Topics and specific requirements will be assigned in class. 

 

 

Quizzes (200 points): There will be a quiz every week given on Saturday.  The breakdown is as follows:

Week # 1          25 questions, worth 2 points each            Chapters 1-7

            Week # 2          25 questions, worth 2 points each            Chapters 8-12

            Week # 3          25 questions, worth 2 points each            Chapters 15-16

            Week # 4          50 questions, worth 1 point each             Chapters 19-25; Class Notes

 

Final Paper (400 points):  Due Friday, July 18th.  Students will view the film “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape”. An 8-12 page paper will be written using the skills and concepts taught in class.  Included in the paper will be a psychosocial assessment on each member of the family; goals; and interventions.

 

Workbooks (200 points): Due Saturday, June 7th.  The student will hand in their completed workbook at the end of the course.  The student will be graded on the exercises being complete (100 points) and thought input (100 points). 

 

Class Participation:  Class participation is required.  There are many experiential components of the class that build skill.  Students can expect to have their grade lowered by one grade level if the student does not participate.

 

Class Policy for Assignments:  Specific instructions will be given for all written assignments.  All assignments are due on the designated due date unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor.  Late assignments will be lowered one letter grade for every day it is late.  All written assignments are to be written in accordance to APA guidelines and should be double- spaced and typed.

 

Class Attendance: Attendance is required for ALL classes.  Students who miss class or a portion of class can expect to have their grade lowered unless previously arranged with the instructor.

 

Center for Academic Excellence:

Tutoring assistance is free to all students of Calumet College of St. Joseph.  Call the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) to make an appointment at 473-4287.  The Center has experienced and well trained tutors in most subject areas to help students who are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to do better.  Regular weekly tutoring sessions are likely to improve you grade.

 

Statement of Plagiarism:

If an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review.  The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College.  The procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances. (Academic Planner 2001/2002, p. 27).

 

Citation Guidelines:

Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian).  All of the guidelines are available in the Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore.  These texts outline how to cite reference from the variety of sources, including electronic media.

 

Withdrawal From Classes Policy:

After the last day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the course.  A written request detailing the reason(s) for withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar.  Written request for withdrawal must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates specified in the catalogue.  Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259.  Students are to make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses.  The request is forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the request.  If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the withdrawal is disallowed.  Note: Degree Completion Division (DCD) students should consult the DCD Student Handbook for information on DCD withdrawals. 

 

An official withdrawal is recorded as a “W” grade on the student’s transcript.  Dropping a course without written permission automatically incurs an “F” grade for the course (see Refund Schedule).