Exercise 6.1
There are many different goals I would like to complete. My first goal is to work for a state program called CareStar. Then I want to build a program called Next Step for teens in my local community. My last goal is to advocate for the Scleroderma Foundation regularly.
The steps that must be taken to achieve my goals will take years. In order for me to work at CareStar I must be a licensed social worker. So my steps will be to complete the Bachelors program at the University of Phoenix, transfer to Wright State University’s master’s degree program, complete internships, take state test and apply for a position. When building my program for Next Step different kinds of steps will have to be taken. First my plan is to research information on becoming non-profit. Following will be copy righting my name, calculating all expenses, writing for government and private grants, hiring employees and building community partnerships.
Well my last goal is the hardest because I don’t have very much free time. My plan to dedicate more time to the Scleroderma Foundation will first consist of me opening time in my schedule by becoming more organized. Then I plan to create a virtual interaction site for chapter members. This will allow me to be an advocate using the internet. Last I will attend conferences, meetings and walks.
Exercise 6.2 Assisting Freydia will depend on completion of requirements she must meet. Because Freydia is still addicted to crack cocaine the big objective is to become drug free. The component objective consists of intense counseling while attending a drug rehabilitation program. After completing the program Freydia can then focus on getting her children back. This could consist of attending NA meetings regularly, find stable housing, employment, complete parenting classes, meet court requirements and build a childcare plan. Only after all the steps are taken can Feydia expect to get her children back. Partializing the objectives for employment Freydia would be made aware of the steps. Buying a newspaper, drafting a resume, contacting businesses and interviewing. When finding stable housing Freydia would overview her financial circumstances, local available houses or apartments, contact owner, view property, sign lease and receive keys to property. Due to Thomas having a mental illness several component objectives need to be completed before he can return to college. Thomas would need ongoing psychological counseling, therapy, medications, identification of weaknesses and strengths, meetings with school staff, and support team. How I would partialize meeting with the school staff consist of several steps. Thomas or his mother would need to contact the college’s disability services. Then explain Thomas condition, find out options, workshops, counseling services, tutoring services and create a long-term plan on meeting academic requirements. In Rad's case his big objectives would be learning how to speak English and becoming an engineer. The partializing objectives for learning English are locating a school that teaches the language and also has someone that speaks Rad's language. Rad would need to study, practice with others, complete assignments and begin using English as often as he can. These steps are similar to the steps Rad needs to take to become an Engineer. Rad first would need to register at a college majoring in engineering. Also he should read and complete assignments, intern, build computer knowledge and research employment opportunities. In the end Rad should be able to learn English, find employment as an engineer, save money and bring his family over from Bosnia.
Exercise 6.3
The strengths and weaknesses that will help me my goals are important to understand when prioritizing. My goal to work at CareStar, crating Next Step, and becoming an active Scleroderma Foundation advocate require me to build on my strengths and understand my weaknesses. My strengths are remaining calm, ability to locate resources, being reliable and keeping a positive attitude. My weaknesses are talking over someone, over analyzing and dealing with conflicts. My priorities are to practice my listening skills, practice thinking smarter and not harder and learning methods to confront conflicts. I believe these goals are obtainable if I use local resources for support. Like church, organization classes, family and friends.