REVIEW FOR LESW

FIELDS IN
SOCIAL WORK
Lecturer:
QUENNIE MARIE S. ZUYCO, RSW,
Assistant Professor
MSSW
Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU)

[email protected]
 Introduction
The practice of social work in the Philippines encompasses various settings beyond the
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). While DSWD remains a major
employer, other government bodies like the Department of the Interior and Local Government
(DILG), as well as local social welfare departments, employ numerous social workers for
managing welfare programs. Additionally, many private voluntary organizations rely on trained
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social workers to operate their welfare initiatives.

Social workers in the Philippines are also engaged in education, health care, business, housing,
corrections, and community development programs. The field continues to expand with the
establishment of new development agencies, creating additional opportunities for social work
practice.
 Introduction
Factors influencing a social worker's choice of field include job availability, salary,
employment conditions, career advancement prospects, personal interests, familial
influence, and long-term plans such as marriage or emigration. These factors
shape decisions regarding employment settings and types of services provided.
In summary, social welfare in the Philippines spans a broad range of practice
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settings, each characterized by specific programs and services aimed at addressing

diverse human needs under both public and private auspices.
 Fields in Social Work
o Child Welfare o Courts
o Family Welfare o Corrections
o Community Welfare o Health
o Older Persons o Business and Industry
o Indigenous Cultural o Disaster Risk Reduction and
Communities/Indigenous Peoples Management
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o Socially Disadvantaged Women o Social Planning

o Person With Disabilities (PWDs) o International Social Welfare
o Drug Dependents o Education and Training
 CHILD WELFARE
The field is concerned with the physical, social, and
psychological well-being of children and youth. It
involves the provision of different programs and services
designed for the care, protection, and rehabilitation of
children and youth in difficult situations. In the
Philippines, these youths are those living in poverty or
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lacking in normal parental care and supervision.

 CHILD WELFARE
International and National Legal Frameworks:

United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child

- Fundamental rights include protection from economic exploitation,
sexual abuse, and violence.

Republic Act No. 7610 (1992)

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- Provides strong deterrence and special protection against child

abuse, exploitation, and discrimination.
Defines "child" as under 18 or those over 18 unable to protect
themselves due to disability or condition.
 Child Welfare Practice

Roles in DSWD and NGOs

- Social workers are involved in administration,
management, supervision, and case management.
- Agencies include UNICEF, Child Protection Network
Foundation (CPN), and Children's Legal Bureau (CLB)
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 CHILD WELFARE
UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund)
o UNICEF is a global organization working in collaboration with governments and other partners to ensure the rights
and well-being of children are protected and promoted.
o In the Philippines, UNICEF focuses on child protection, education, health, nutrition, and sanitation. They work to
address issues such as child labor, exploitation, violence against children, and access to quality education and
healthcare.

Child Protection Network Foundation (CPN)

o CPN is a network of hospitals, government agencies, NGOs, and other organizations working together to protect
and promote the rights of children, especially those who are victims of abuse, exploitation, or neglect.
o CPN provides medical
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welfare agencies, and advocates for policies and programs that enhance child protection.

Children's Legal Bureau (CLB)

o CLB is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that provides legal assistance and advocacy for children's rights in
the Philippines.
o CLB offers legal representation to children who are victims of abuse, trafficking, or involved in conflict with the
law. They also conduct research, raise awareness about child rights issues, and work towards policy reform to
strengthen child protection laws.
 Child Placement Services
o Adoption
- Legal process to provide new family ties; adopted children gain same rights
as biological children.
o Legal Guardianship
- Substitute parental care through appointed guardians until the child reaches
the age of majority(adulthood).
o Foster Care
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- Temporary parental care under licensed families, supervised by social

workers; aims for family reunification or preparation for adoption or
independence.
o Residential/Institutional Care
- Temporary 24-hour group care for children whose needs can’t be met by
parents or other family care.
 Organizations and Agencies
Association of Child Caring Agencies in the Philippines
(ACCAP)
- 40-50 member agencies providing residential care for
abandoned, orphaned, neglected, or voluntarily committed
children.
Child-Placing Agencies (CPA)
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- Provide comprehensive child welfare services, including

adoption and foster care processes.
 Adoption and Foster Care Policies
11642 (2022)
gthened alternative child care through
strative process for domestic adoption.
ishes National Authority for Child Care
C) to streamline child care processes.
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are Act of 2013 (R.A. No. 10165)

nes for planned temporary family care and the
ation of children for adoption or independent
 Social Worker Roles in Child Welfare
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 FAMILY WELFARE
This field of social work is concerned with the improvement,
strengthening of, and giving support to the family in meeting its needs.
In the Philippines, social workers in this field work with disadvantaged,
marginalized families: those living in poverty and its usually
accompanying problems of ignorance, health, nutrition, sanitation,
unemployment, under-employment, family conflicts and destructive
relationships, domestic violence and abuse, lack of parenting skills,
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solo parents, or no-parent families due to overseas employment,

substance abuse and alcoholism, human rights violence, displacement
due to armed conflict, housing problems, natural disasters, lack of
access to community resources, and others.
 FAMILY WELFARE
Social Worker Activities in Family Welfare

1. Engaging families in problem-solving relationships.

2. Mobilizing and creating necessary resources for families.
3. Collaborating with individuals, groups, and entities for family
support.
4. Assessing and improving policies, programs, and services related to
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families.
5. Supervising staff activities in relation to serving families.
 FAMILY WELFARE
DSWD Programs for Disadvantaged Families
• Alternative Family Care Program
• Parent Effectiveness Service
• Marriage Counseling Service
• Responsible Parenthood Service
• Family Casework
• Practical Skills Development
• Job Placement for Family Heads or Male Adults
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• Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations

• Supplementary Feeding Programs
• Programs for Older Persons and Persons with Disabilities
• Programs for Women, Families, and Other Groups
• Social Preparation for People's Participation
 COMMUNITY WELFARE

This field involves a comprehensive approach to enhancing

the well-being and quality of life of individuals and families
within a community. It focuses on addressing social issues,
promoting social justice, and empowering communities to
achieve sustainable development.
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• Social workers often engage with the entire community

where families reside, such as public housing projects,
relocation and resettlement areas, and cultural and
indigenous communities.
 COMMUNITY WELFARE

Specific Tasks in Housing Relocation and Resettlement

oHelping families prepare for and adjust to relocation.
oInvolving residents in planning and developing
resettlement sites.
oIdentifying and training local leaders.
oDeveloping local organizations.
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oCoordinating community groups for family well-being.

oProviding social services like food, transportation, daycare,
counseling, family planning, skills training, and job
placement.
 COMMUNITY WELFARE
Social Work in Tenement Housing Projects
o Aims to preserve family cohesiveness and promote community
consciousness, self-reliance, and social responsibility.
o Activities include identifying community needs, defining
community-based programs, stimulating participation, training
local leaders, organizing community services, administering
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projects, linking with external resources, and providing social

services.
 COMMUNITY WELFARE
Social Work in Tenement Housing Projects
o Aims to preserve family cohesiveness and promote community
consciousness, self-reliance, and social responsibility.
o Activities include identifying community needs, defining
community-based programs, stimulating participation, training
local leaders, organizing community services, administering
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projects, linking with external resources, and providing social

services.
 KEY PROGRAMS
KALAHI-CIDSS-KKB (Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan - Comprehensive and Integrated
Delivery of Social Services: Kapangyarihan at Kaunlaran sa Barangay)
Approach: Uses Community-Driven Development (CDD), a globally recognized strategy.
Objectives: Empower barangays/communities in targeted municipalities to improve access to
services and participate in inclusive local planning, budgeting, and implementation.
Outcomes: Service delivery, poverty reduction, and good governance.
Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps):
Focus: Human development program investing in the health and education of poor households,
especially children aged 0-18.
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Legal Basis: Republic Act No. 11310, making it the national poverty reduction strategy.
Support: Family beneficiaries receive social work case management and opportunities to engage
in community welfare activities.
 KEY PROGRAMS

PAMANA (Payapa at Masaganang Pamayanan)

Aim: Improve access to fundamental social services in
underprivileged communities while promoting responsive governance.
DSWD Centers and Residential Care Facilities
Services: Provide care and support to various vulnerable populations,
including children, elderly, and persons with disabilities, among others.
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 OLDER PERSONS
United Nations Terminology:
o "Older persons" refers to people aged 60 and above.
o "Young old": 60-80 years.
o "Older old": 80+ years.
Demographic Trends
o In 2019, 703 million persons aged 65 or over globally, projected to
reach 1.5 billion by 2050, with 20% aged 80+.
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o Growth of older population mainly in less developed regions.

o Older population will predominantly be female despite improved
male survival rates.
o Life expectancy: 78 years in developed regions, 67 years in less
developed regions.
 OLDER PERSONS
UN Initiatives
Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021-2030):
- Aligns with UN Agenda 2030 on Sustainable Development.
- Focuses on reducing health inequities and improving lives of
older people through:
o Changing perceptions and actions towards age and ageism.
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o Developing age-friendly communities.

o Delivering person-centered integrated care and primary
health services.
o Ensuring access to quality long-term care.
 OLDER PERSONS
Philippine Demographics and Challenges:
Statistics
o As of 2015, 7,548,769 elderly among 100,981,437 Filipinos.
o Increasing number of senior citizens due to declining fertility
rates and increasing life expectancy.
Cultural Shifts
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o Traditional expectations that children care for elderly parents

are changing due to urbanization, industrialization, and
migration.
o Increase in aged mendicants, abandoned elderly patients, and
neglected elderly in social welfare institutions.
 OLDER PERSONS
DSWD Programs
Long Term Care Program for Senior Citizens (LTCPSC):
o Ensures development of services to meet present and future needs
of senior citizens.
o Target clients: Poor, disaster-affected, abused, frail, disabled, or
demented senior citizens.
o Implementation by Provincial/City/Municipal Social Welfare and
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Development Offices (P/C/MSWDO).

o Coordinates with senior citizens' organizations and provides
technical assistance.
 OLDER PERSONS
Functions of Social Workers
• Engage in administrative and case management roles.
• Work in residential and community-based services (e.g.,
Home Care Support Services, Foster Home Care for Older
Persons).
• Perform advocacy, program development, community
mobilization, and direct services such as counseling.
Employment in Various Settings
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- Increasing number of privately run care homes and elder care

residences employing social workers in management roles.
INDIGENOUS CULTURAL COMMUNITIES/INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
Definition and Demographics:
R.A. No. 8371 (IPRA) Definition
Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) are
groups with historical claims to specific territories, possessing
distinctive cultural traits and resisting colonization and non-indigenous
influences.
Population Estimates
As of 2007, estimated 14,184,695 IPs, about 16% of the total
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population, mainly in Mindanao, Luzon, and a small percentage in

Visayas.
101 ethnolinguistic groups identified by NCIP, covering 1,437
ancestral domains/lands totaling 13,560,910 hectares.
INDIGENOUS CULTURAL COMMUNITIES/INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
Legislation and Rights:
Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act of 1997 (IPRA)
Recognizes, protects, and promotes the rights of ICCs/IPs.
Four bundles of rights:
oRight to Ancestral Domains
oRights to Self-Governance and Empowerment
oSocial Justice and Human Rights
oRights to Cultural Integrity
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National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP)

Mandated to protect ICCs/IPs’ interests, recognize their
ancestral domains, and ensure their rights and welfare.
INDIGENOUS CULTURAL COMMUNITIES/INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
Basic and Social Welfare Services
IPRA's Provisions
• Ensures improvement of economic and social conditions, including
employment, vocational training, housing, sanitation, health, and
social security.
• Special measures for women, elderly, youth, children, and
differently-abled persons.
• Guarantees access to government basic services, coordinated by
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NCIP with relevant agencies.

Executive Order No. 67 (2018)
Transferred NCIP supervision to the DSWD for policy harmonization
and program coordination.
 SOCIALLY DISADVANTAGED WOMEN
• Victims of gender-based violence (domestic violence,
marital rape, incest, rape, sexual harassment).
• Prostituted women (forced into sex work due to poverty
and ignorance).
• Victims of trafficking or illegal recruitment.
• Victims of armed conflicts and militarization.
• Solo parents (unwed mothers, widows, abandoned or
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separated wives, wives of overseas workers, prisoners'

wives, and wives of long-term hospital patients).
 SOCIALLY DISADVANTAGED WOMEN
Program Objectives:
Protection and Prevention: Safeguarding women from further harm.
Treatment and Rehabilitation: Offering medical, psychiatric, dental,
psychological, social, and spiritual services.
Social Services
• Working with women individually or in groups to re-orient values and
attitudes.
• Providing therapeutic services to help women cope with personal issues.
• Working with families to support rehabilitation.
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• Supervising skills training, pre-employment orientation, and job placement.

• Mobilizing community resources and educating communities for the
acceptance of socially disadvantaged women.
 SOCIALLY DISADVANTAGED WOMEN
Social Worker Roles:
Direct Services
• Providing support in women’s shelters, crisis intervention centers, and
telephone hotlines.
• Engaging in community-based programs focusing on human rights
education, gender-sensitivity training, and organizing women's support
groups.
Research and Advocacy: Planning and administering programs and engaging in
research to advocate for better policies and services.
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Residential and Community-Based Programs:

Residential Programs: DSWD’s Haven for Women offers temporary
protective custody and services for women survivors of abuse.
Community-Based Services: Gender-responsive case management,
temporary shelter, psychosocial support, healing sessions, self-enhancement
sessions, counseling, and referrals for further intervention.
 SOCIALLY DISADVANTAGED WOMEN
Law Enforcement Involvement:
PNP Women and Children Protection Center: Provides protection and
support for abused women and children.
Founded by Yolanda G. Tanigue, the first female general in the PNP,
who emphasized the importance of social work in law enforcement.

Educational and Employment Opportunities:

Educational Programs: Both formal and non-formal programs focusing
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on women's concerns have encouraged many social workers to pursue

careers in this field.
Employment: Increased job opportunities in various programs and
services aimed at empowering women and improving their situations.
 PERSON WITH DISABILITIES (PWDS)
WHO Definition
PWDs experience restrictions due to mental, physical, or sensory impairments
that limit their ability to perform activities considered normal.
NCWDP and CBM Definition
A disabled person is recognized as such due to a combination of
appearance/behavior differences and functional or activity limitations.
Population Estimates
• UN estimates 10% of a country’s population has disabilities, implying
around 11 million PWDs in the Philippines.
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• 75% of PWDs live in rural areas.

• 1995 Census reported 919,332 PWDs.
Types of Disabilities
Includes physical handicaps (blindness, deafness, physical deformities, Hansen’s
disease) and mental impairments.
 PERSON WITH DISABILITIES (PWDS)
Role of Social Workers:
Rehabilitation Focus
Defined by the UN as a process to enable an impaired person to
reach optimal mental, physical, and social functioning.
Social workers aim to restore a handicapped person’s well-being
across multiple dimensions (physical, social, emotional,
vocational, economic).
Service Delivery Approaches:
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Center-Based and Community-Based Rehabilitation

Provided through public agencies (DSWD) and private NGOs,
with a trend towards community-based approaches for better
accessibility.
 PERSON WITH DISABILITIES (PWDS)
DSWD Programs for PWDs:
Tuloy Aral Walang Sagabal (TAWAG)
Focus on continuous education for PWDs.
Early Detection, Prevention, and Intervention of Disability
(EDPID)
Aimed at early intervention for disabilities.
Comprehensive Program for Children/Persons with
Disabilities
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Broad support for children and PWDs.

Substitute Family Care Service
Provides family-like care for PWDs.
 PERSON WITH DISABILITIES (PWDS)
Legislation:
Republic Act No. 3562 (1963)
Promotes education for the blind and mandates a residential
school for the blind.
Republic Act No. 10524 (2013)
Expands employment opportunities for PWDs by reserving at
least 1% of positions in government and private corporations
with more than 100 employees.
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Republic Act No. 11228 (2019)

Mandates PhilHealth coverage for all PWDs.
 DRUG DEPENDENTS
Drug Abuse:
Includes all detrimental drug-taking, whether legal or illegal, affecting
physical, emotional, social, intellectual, or spiritual well-being.
Also referred to as "substance abuse."
Drug Dependents:
Individuals with physical and/or psychological dependence on drugs like
sedatives, stimulants, and hallucinogens.
Termed "addicts" due to their compulsive drug use despite negative
consequences.
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Social Impact
Drug dependence is a global issue affecting social and economic well-being and
is linked to deviant or criminal behavior.
In the Philippines, drug dependence has been a concern since the mid-sixties,
linked to 70% of heinous crimes, leading to congested jails and clogged court
dockets.
 DRUG DEPENDENTS
Government and Legal Framework:
1965-2016 Developments
• Creation of the Narcotics Section in the National Bureau of Investigation
and establishment of rehabilitation centers.
• Enactment of laws (R.A. 5461, R.A. 6425) and presidential decrees (P.D.
No. 1683) defining prohibited drugs, penalties, and rehabilitation measures.
• Formation of the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) and the Philippine Drug
Enforcement Agency (PDEA).
• Executive Order No. 15 (2016) created the Inter-Agency Committee on
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Anti-Illegal Drugs (ICAD).

Recent Measures
President Duterte's 2016 campaign significantly reduced drug users.
Yakap Bayan Framework of Intervention: A rehabilitation and reintegration
framework for Recovering Persons Who Use Drugs (RPW-UDs), coordinated
by local government units (LGUs) and social workers.
 DRUG DEPENDENTS
Rehabilitation Centers:
Department of Health Report (2022)
• 73 DOH-accredited Treatment and Rehabilitation Centers
(DATRCs), with 30 government-operated and 43 private
facilities.
• Residential centers require one social worker per 25 clients,
while non-residential centers require one part-time social
worker.
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 DRUG DEPENDENTS
Role of Social Workers:
Job Description in DATRCs
•Assist physicians in treatment plans and follow-up
programs.
•Conduct home visitations.
•Provide counseling to patients and co-dependents.
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•Conduct social case studies and prepare reports.

•Prepare progress reports and other documentation.
•Provide follow-up domiciliary services.
•Perform other relevant duties.
 COURTS
Legislative and Structural Developments:
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court (JDRC)
• Established in Manila in 1955 by R.A. No. 1401.
• Handled cases involving minors, custody, guardianship, adoption, annulment,
legal separation, support, and dependent or neglected children.
Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980 (Batas Pambansa Blg. 129)
• Reorganized the judiciary, creating Regional Trial Courts (RTCs) and transferring
JDRC jurisdiction to RTCs.
• Maintained the position of Social Welfare Officers in courts, increasing as the
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number of courts increased.

Family Courts Act of 1997 (R.A. No. 8369)
• Established a Family Court in every province and city with exclusive original
jurisdiction over child and family cases.
• By February 2022, there are 183 statutory Family Courts and 124 designated
RTCs handling family cases, totaling 472 courts handling family cases.
 COURTS
Role and Function of Social Welfare Officers:
Social Welfare Officers (SWOs) remain essential in courts, with 293 positions
existing and plans to create an additional 144, totaling 437 SWOs.

Duties According to the 2002 Revised Manual for Clerks of Court:

• Conduct interviews and home visits.
• Contact informants regarding accused minors.
• Prepare case study/assessment reports.
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• Provide individual and group counseling services.

• Refer parties to appropriate agencies for rehabilitation.
• Appear in court as witnesses.
• Perform related work in collaboration with LGUs, NGOs, and hospitals.
 COURTS
Forensic Social Work:
Training seminars on forensic social work have become necessary due to the increasing
need for social workers in courts.
Definition and Scope:
• Application of scientific knowledge to legal matters.
• Involves direct testimony, social case study reports, and expert witness testimony.
• Investigates cases of possible criminal conduct and assists the legal system on issues
like psychiatric treatment placements.
Key Responsibilities in Forensic Social Work
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• Testifying in court as expert witnesses.

• Submitting Social Case Study reports for cases involving legal guardianship, child
custody, adoption, parental neglect, annulment of marriages, rehabilitation of children
in conflict with the law, and violence against women and children.
• Advanced knowledge of criminal justice processes is essential for forensic social work.
 CORRECTIONS
Concept of Corrections:
Corrections involve the administration of penalties to correct
offenders’ behavior and help them adjust to societal norms while
ensuring public safety through supervision and rehabilitation.
Purpose: Imposing restrictions and providing rehabilitative measures
to prepare offenders for reintegration into society.

Probation and Parole:

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Probation - A court-ordered process allowing offenders to live in the

community under supervision, adhering to certain conditions.
Parole - The supervised release of a prisoner before sentence
completion, subject to compliance with parole conditions.
 CORRECTIONS
Historical Development:
Early Legislation and Establishments
• Probation introduced during the American colonial period, starting
with Act No. 4221 in 1935.
• Supreme Court declared the Probation Law unconstitutional in
1937.
• Presidential Decree No. 968 (1976) established the Adult
Probation Law.
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Current Structure
• The Parole and Probation Administration (PPA), established under
E.O. No. 292, supervises parolees, pardonees, and probationers.
• Collaborates with the Dangerous Drugs Board to handle first-time
minor drug offenders.
 CORRECTIONS
Social Workers in Corrections:
Roles and Functions
• Investigating probation and parole referrals.
• Supervising probationers, parolees, pardonees, and minor drug
offenders.
• Conducting case studies, providing counseling, and facilitating
reintegration programs.
Employment:Fields in Social Work - Zuyco,QM

• 98 registered social workers (Probation and Parole Officers) employed

by the PPA as of March 2022, serving in 204 field offices nationwide.
• Social workers also serve in correctional institutions as "Corrections
Technical Officers," focusing on rehabilitation and resocialization.
 CORRECTIONS
Correctional Institutions:
Adult Offenders:
Managed by the Bureau of Corrections, including New Bilibid Prison, Correctional
Institution for Women, and various prison and penal farms.
39 licensed social workers employed across these institutions.
Juvenile Offenders:
Juvenile reformatories like Vicente Madrigal Rehabilitation Center (for boys) and
Marillac Hills (for girls) are administered by the DSWD.
Challenges and Goals:
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Rehabilitation and Resocialization:

Aim to reduce recidivism by helping offenders adjust to prison life and prepare for
community reintegration.
Resource Limitations:
Corrections social work faces challenges due to limited budgets, staff, and facilities,
hindering the full potential of rehabilitation efforts.
 HEALTH
• Social workers in health settings focus on solving problems to improve social
relationships and mutual adjustments between individuals and their
environment.
• Concerned with the interplay of economic, social, and psychological forces in
medical care.

Medical Social Services:

Aim
• Better acceptance and reaction to medical treatment.
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• Improved understanding of patients' backgrounds by medical personnel.

• Health education for patients and families.
• Utilization of community services for rehabilitation and illness prevention.
• Addressing the psychosocial components of illness.
 HEALTH
Employment in Health Settings:
Hospitals
• 1,295 DOH-licensed hospitals in the Philippines (440 government,
855 private).
• Licensed social workers required for DOH-accredited hospitals,
with the number of social workers varying based on hospital
capacity.
Population and Family Planning
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• Often integrated into social welfare programs.

• Social workers in family planning may be involved in policy
formulation, agency management, training, supervision, and direct
service in family planning clinics.
 HEALTH
Mental Health
Although not a separate field in the Philippines, mental health social work is included in health
practice.
Models of Mental Health Social Work:
Psychiatric Units in Hospitals:
Functions similar to medical social workers but focus on mentally and emotionally disturbed
patients.
Mental Health Agencies:
Provide preventive/educational activities, community mental health seminars, child and
family counseling, and rehabilitation for special groups.
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Agencies for the Mentally and Physically Challenged:

Require special skills for responsive social work.

Response to COVID-19 Pandemic:

United Registered Social Workers
Organized to provide counseling and psychosocial services virtually.
Support for anxiety and depression caused by the pandemic through platforms like Facebook,
 BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
Focus and Objectives:
• Social welfare services in business and industry aim to improve the social
security, health, and general welfare of employees and their families.
• Social workers assist with personal, health, and financial problems and help
develop and maintain community welfare services.

History and Development:

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• Social workers began working in business and industry, providing

counseling, family planning, and interceding for employees with various
issues.
• Their roles included helping management develop responsive services
and employee-oriented training programs.
 BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Definition and Purpose
• CSR is an integrated approach where businesses build economic, social, human,
and natural capital, contributing to economic development while improving the
quality of life for employees, their families, and the community.
• It includes being a supplier of choice, employer of choice, and neighbor of choice
by exceeding legal compliance and actively contributing to community welfare.
Evolution in the Philippines
• CSR evolved from social work in industry in the early 1960s.
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• Prominent companies like MERALCO and Republic Flour Mills implemented

social service assistance programs.
• The Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP) promoted CSR principles,
leading to the formation of the League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) in 1991,
which supports sustainable development through business-community
partnerships.
 BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
Roles of Social Workers in CSR
Social workers are hired to implement CSR programs, often holding
titles like Coordinator, Officer, Manager, or Assistant in areas like CSR,
Family Welfare, Community Development, and Stakeholder
Engagement.
Key Functions:
• Program Development
• Policy Formulation
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• Networking and Partnership Building

• Resource Mobilization
• Capacity Building
 BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
CSR Elements and Business Sustainability:
Beyond Profits
Balancing profit maximization with the needs of other stakeholders for inclusive and
sustainable business practices.
Stakeholder Engagement
Understanding and meeting the expectations of various stakeholders to prevent social
disruption.
Social Responsibility
Building sustainable and positive community relationships.
Addressing Social and Environmental Issues
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Designing programs to improve social and economic conditions and responsibly manage
environmental impacts.
Responsible Governance
Ensuring corporate actions align with fair business principles and corporate goals.
Employee Empowerment
Involving employees in CSR activities, enhancing their sense of pride and empowerment.
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Impact of CSR:
Workplace
Creating enabling environments through programs on employee compensation,
benefits, health, and well-being.
Corporate-Community Partnership
Advancing company and community interests through collaborative decision-
making.
Social Investment
Supporting health, education, and livelihood programs for community development.
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Environmental Stewardship
Taking responsibility for the environmental impacts of business operations.
DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT
Field Overview:
Objective
• Reduce risk and vulnerabilities, not just prevent disasters.
• Promote risk-informed investments for social, economic, and
environmental resilience.
• Focus on doing better from the outset to avoid creating new risks.

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Role of Social Workers:
Functions
• Crisis intervention, addressing immediate needs and situations of disaster victims.
• Perform roles such as mediator, resource mobilizer, enabler, broker, educator, and
advocate.
• Engage in preventive, remedial, and rehabilitative functions.
Tasks
• Support individuals and families emotionally and practically.
• Link needs with resources.
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• Prevent severe physical and mental problems.

• Prevent breakdown of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and
communities.
• Advocate for systemic changes to improve client well-being.
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Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act (R.A. No.
10121):
Definition
Systematic process using administrative decisions,
organizations, and operational skills to implement policies,
strategies, and coping capacities to lessen disaster impacts.
Components
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• Activities include prevention, mitigation, preparedness,

response, recovery, and rehabilitation.
• Mandates 5% of local revenue for DRRM activities.
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National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council
(NDRRMC):
Structure
• A working group of various local governments.
• Ensures implementation of DRRM policies and plans.
Social Worker Involvement
• Engage in all disaster management phases (prevention, mitigation,
response, recovery, rehabilitation).
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• Address special needs and relief for vulnerable groups.

• Organize recovery efforts, write grants, and advocate for
government aid.
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DSWD and Disaster Management:
Roles
Social workers act as first responders, providing immediate support and organizing
community recovery.
Undergo disaster management training for efficient aid delivery.
Disaster Response Management Bureau (DRMB)
Recommends policies and programs for disaster response management.
Leads planning, coordinating, and monitoring disaster-related efforts.
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Other Organizations:
Assistance and Cooperation for Community Resilience and Development, Inc.
(ACCORD)
Works with vulnerable communities for resilience building.
Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF)
Coordinates private sector disaster risk reduction and management efforts.
 SOCIAL PLANNING
Social Planning
• Involves developing plans to meet welfare requirements for societal
development.
• Integrates social aims and programs into broader development plans.
• Encompasses planning for various sectors, including health, education,
housing, social welfare, protective services, recreation, culture, and
heritage.
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Evolution and Importance:

Historical Context
• Initially focused on solving problems for individual clients.
• Expanded to include working with planning bodies to develop responsive
social services.
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Role of Social Workers in Social Planning:
Activities
• Motivate and guide change in groups and communities.
• Contribute to large-scale programs, social policy, and social
planning.
Employment in Planning Bodies
• Engage with national and local government units, consultancy
firms, and voluntary welfare organizations.
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• Participate in executive planning committees to formulate national

plans and translate social development policies into programs,
projects, and activities (PPAs).
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National and Local Government Frameworks:
Local Government Code (LGC) of 1991
• Mandates LGUs to promote the establishment and operation of people's
organizations and NGOs.
• Social workers in CSOs participate in planning, implementation, monitoring, and
evaluation of social development projects.
Examples of Government Agencies:
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
Social workers serve as Social Development Specialists in the Environmental
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Impact Assessment (EIA) process.

Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)
Social workers contribute to Land Acquisition and Resettlement Action Plans
(LAPRAP), focusing on project-affected persons (PAPs) and mitigating impacts.
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Functions of Social Workers in Planning:
• Conceptualize and Manage Programs
Develop socio-economic programs related to health, education, safety,
livelihood, and shelter.
• Formulate and Evaluate Policies
Establish positive community relationships and promote inclusive
development.
• Networking and Partnership Building
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Collaborate with CSOs, NGOs, and government organizations.

• Resource Mobilization
Identify needs, prepare project proposals, and secure funding.
• Capacity Building
Enhance leadership skills of community stakeholders.
 SOCIAL PLANNING
Job Opportunities and Professional Development:
Positions
Social Welfare and Development Officer, Planning Officer, Community
Development Officer, Project Development Officer, Medical Social Worker.
Responsibilities
Plan and implement social welfare programs, coordinate new government
programs, conduct program reviews, and support poverty reduction
initiatives.
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Education and Skills Development

• Graduate studies in fields like Urban and Regional Planning,
Development Economics, Public Administration, and Environment and
Natural Resources Management enhance qualifications.
• Online courses and certifications, such as those offered by TESDA,
provide additional competencies.
INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WELFARE
Overview:
International Social Welfare
• Engagement of social workers in agencies and organizations addressing global
needs.
• Involves multi-dimensional, cross-border, action-oriented, and future-focused
initiatives.
• Aims at human rights and social justice, often through humanitarian assistance.

Significance for Filipino Social Workers:

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• Many Filipino social workers transition from local to international practice.

• Develop skills in applying social work principles, methods, and strategies in diverse
contexts.
• Opportunities for higher responsibility roles in international social welfare.
INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WELFARE
International Organizations and Filipino Social Workers:
Plan International
Focuses on advancing children's rights and equality for girls.
Example: Myrna R. Evora's career spanning direct service, leadership, and training roles.
UNICEF
Engages in various child protection and emergency response programs.
Example: Jesus Sarzuela Far's work in child protection and emergency settings.
UN Women (formerly UNIFEM)
Focuses on women's empowerment and gender equality.
Example: Luz Lopez Rodriguez's role in CEDAW implementation and capacity building.
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Asian Development Bank (ADB)

Involves social safeguards, gender, and social development in infrastructure projects.
Example: Ester Mansos-Felix's consultancy work across Southeast and Central Asia.
Community and Family Services International (CFSI)
Provides humanitarian assistance to refugees and displaced persons.
Example: Ines Danao's work with refugees and social work training in Vietnam and Myanmar.
INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WELFARE
Roles and Functions of Social Workers in International Social Welfare:
• Agency Administration/Management
Overseeing and leading organizational operations.
• Planning and Project Development
Formulating and implementing development projects and programs.
• Field Staff Supervision and Training
Training and supervising local and international staff.
• Coordination with Local Governments
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Collaborating with government agencies for effective project

implementation.
• Direct Services
Providing direct support and interventions to individuals and communities.
INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WELFARE
Key Programs and Focus Areas
Capacity building, livelihood programs, child protection, health and nutrition, disaster risk
reduction, empowerment, psychosocial support, and more.
Technological Integration
Use of technology to provide remote support and technical assistance.
Example: CFSI's English Help Desk providing support to child protection workers in multiple
countries.

Note:
• Filipino social workers play a crucial role in international social welfare, making significant
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contributions globally.
• International social work can be practiced without leaving one's country through virtual
communication and technology.
• The success and experiences of Filipino social workers in international social welfare serve as
an inspiration and challenge to others in the field.
 EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Overview:
• Education and training in social work are integral parts of the field, involving the transfer of
social work knowledge and skills.
• Known as the "facilitative instructional method," this aspect of social work is performed by
educators and trainers in the field.

Scope of Social Work Education:

Roles Beyond Classroom Teaching
Includes field instruction, student supervision, and participation in social laboratories or field
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Current Statistics
• 150 schools offer Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW).
• 80 schools are members of the National Association for Social Work Education, Inc.
(NASWEI).
• 21 schools offer Master's Degrees in Social Work (MSW or MA SW).
• No Ph.D. programs in social work are currently offered.
 EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Challenges in Social Work Education:
Increasing Demand
The number of schools offering social work education has increased, but there is a
shortage of competent social work teachers.
Training of Teachers
Historical initiatives like the University of the Philippines’ UNICEF-funded
scholarships aimed to address the shortage.
Many schools now employ recent BSSW graduates due to a lack of qualified MSW
educators.
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Issues in Faculty Qualifications and Resources

• Difficulty in finding MSW graduates with administrative experience to head
programs.
• Insufficient social welfare agencies for field practice placements.
• Inadequate faculty compensation and benefits.
 EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Community and Agency Programs
Social workers are involved in planning, directing, implementing, and evaluating training
programs in various organizations.
Agencies such as DSWD, Philippine National Red Cross, and Family Planning Organization of
the Philippines offer extensive training opportunities.

Note:
• Education and training are crucial for developing competent social workers.
• Despite challenges in faculty resources and institutional support, there are numerous
opportunities for social workers to engage in educational roles.
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• The integration of education and training in social work enhances the overall quality of social
work practice in the Philippines.
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Thank you!
Lecturer:
QUENNIE MARIE S. ZUYCO, RSW,
MSSW
[email protected]