Direct Work with Service Users
8 weeks · 0 milestones
Conduct a supervised direct work session with a real service user and document it in a professional case record format. Proof requires: (a) an anonymised case record for the session — identified by reference code only, no name, date of birth, address, or any identifying details — documenting: the purpose and context of the session, the social work approach or method used and its rationale, what was communicated and how, what was agreed or planned, and any risk factors noted, (b) a practice educator's written attestation covering: professional conduct demonstrated during the session, specific skills observed, one area for development identified, and confirmation that the session was conducted under qualified supervision. This proof documents the STUDENT PRACTITIONER'S direct practice skills and professional conduct — not the service user's personal situation. Peer verification is NOT accepted for this outcome — qualified practice educator attestation is required. Requires current DBS/background check clearance and safeguarding training completion.
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3 milestones
Before direct service user contact, complete your enhanced DBS check, your placement's required safeguarding training module, and a written reflection on professional boundaries in direct work. Your practice educator must confirm readiness for direct work. This milestone must be completed before M2.
Proof required
Submit: (1) confirmation of enhanced DBS clearance (can be redacted to show clearance date only); (2) safeguarding training completion certificate with module name and date; (3) 300-word reflection on maintaining professional boundaries in direct work with vulnerable adults/families.
What gets checked
- DBS confirmation shows clearance date — not an application acknowledgement
- Training certificate names a recognised safeguarding module (not just 'induction') with completion date
- Reflection demonstrates understanding of power dynamics and professional role — not just list of rules