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Social workers' adaptation in times of pandemic crisis: A Hong Kong case.
Ling, Henry Wai Hang; Shum, Michelle; Kwan, Chi Kin; Xu, Mingdie.
  • Ling HWH; The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
  • Shum M; Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong.
  • Xu M; City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
Int Soc Work ; 66(1): 181-192, 2023 Jan.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-2242754
ABSTRACT
Through the lens of the theory of planned behavior, this article explores how social workers adapt to a new situation due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Three focus group sessions were conducted with 23 social workers from child and youth, family, and elderly services in Hong Kong. Three major themes were generated (1) repositioning the social work profession, (2) renegotiating contracts with funders, and (3) exploring novel intervention methods. Implications of the findings are discussed. To ensure social workers can respond effectively in crises, an evolving nature of the profession is advocated to enshrine its spirit to serve.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Type of study: Qualitative research Language: English Journal: Int Soc Work Year: 2023 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: 00208728211064581

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Type of study: Qualitative research Language: English Journal: Int Soc Work Year: 2023 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: 00208728211064581