The social workers use the engagement process involving active listening, and empathy, to help build rapport. For instance, showing “positive regard and acceptance can create a sense of trust and willingness to cooperate with the social worker (Jarolmen, p. 182).” In the school setting, children are engaged by their participation in the conversation and asking their opinions (Jarolmen, 2014). School social workers recognize the interconnectedness of academic, social, emotional, and psychological development and societal challenges. The social worker can understand the implications of demographic and socio-economic factors that influence student achievement. For instance, attachment theory may be used to assist with understanding the influential factors on student achievement. The attachment theory states that humans form bonds with a significant person, and when the bond is broken, emotional problems, such as, anxiety or anger, are developed (Jarolmen, 2014). The school social worker can help the school staff recognize and support the children who need an attachment figure (Jarolmen,
The social workers use the engagement process involving active listening, and empathy, to help build rapport. For instance, showing “positive regard and acceptance can create a sense of trust and willingness to cooperate with the social worker (Jarolmen, p. 182).” In the school setting, children are engaged by their participation in the conversation and asking their opinions (Jarolmen, 2014). School social workers recognize the interconnectedness of academic, social, emotional, and psychological development and societal challenges. The social worker can understand the implications of demographic and socio-economic factors that influence student achievement. For instance, attachment theory may be used to assist with understanding the influential factors on student achievement. The attachment theory states that humans form bonds with a significant person, and when the bond is broken, emotional problems, such as, anxiety or anger, are developed (Jarolmen, 2014). The school social worker can help the school staff recognize and support the children who need an attachment figure (Jarolmen,