Community Workers Need to Understand and Navigate Bureaucracies

question 46

Multiple Choice

Community workers need to understand and navigate bureaucracies. These structures are

• A) designed to manage large and complex tasks.
• B) planned to assure accountability.
• C) intended to have jobs that fit the individuals.
• D) designed to provide salaries based on merit.
• E) intended for staff to exercise discretion in managing tasks.

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Definitions:

Social Workers

Professionals dedicated to helping individuals, families, and communities to cope with challenges and improve their well-being through advocacy, support, and social services.

Agency Settings

The physical or organizational environments in which an agency operates and provides its services.

Child Care

The care, education, and supervision of children by a person other than their family members.

Social Service Agency

An organization that provides support and resources to meet the needs of individuals and communities, especially those who are vulnerable or disadvantaged.