Magistro darbas susideda iš įvado, 3 skyrių, išvadų, rekomendacijų. Jį rašant išanalizuoti 46 literatūros šaltiniai lietuvių ir užsienio kalbomis. Darbą sudaro 64 puslapiai (be priedų). Darbas papildytas 4 priedais. Gauti rezultatai pateikiami 1 lentelėje ir iliustruojami 24 paveikslais. Darbui atlikti iškelti trys uždaviniai. Jų siekiant buvo naudoti šie tyrimo metodai: teoriniai – mokslinės ir metodinės literatūros analizė. Sociometrinio tyrimo metodai – anketinė apklausa. Taip pat atliktos Statistikos departamento duomenų ir Nusikalstamų veikų žinybinio registro duomenų antrinės analizės. Matematiniai duomenų skaičiavimai atlikti kompiuterine programa SPSS. Rezultatai išreikšti procentais (proc.). Aprašomaisiais metodais buvo aprašomi, analizuojami ir interpretuojami tyrimo rezultatai. Remdamasi empirinio tyrimo rezultatais, autorė analizuoja socialinių darbuotojų veiklą ir būdus, kuriuos jie taiko spręsdami šeimose kilusius agresijos proveržius. Tyrimas atskleidė, kad agresija šeimose pasireiškia dėl tam tikrų priežasčių, t. y. alkoholizmo, bedarbystės, narkomanijos. Nuo šio reiškinio nukenčia ne tik šeimos nariai, bet ir jiems norintys padėti socialiniai darbuotojai. Tyrimo metu paaiškėjo, kad dažniausiai apie agresyviai besielgiančius asmenis šeimose, socialiniai darbuotojai sužino iš trečių asmenų, o jų pagalbos efektyvumą užtikrina geras profesinis išsilavinimas ir kvalifikacijos kėlimas. Socialiniai darbuotojai, norėdami eliminuoti agresiją šeimoje, taiko įvairius... [toliau žr. visą tekstą] / Work conists of Introduction, 3 chapters, conclusion and recomendations. 46 literature sources in Lithuanian and foreign languages were analized in the progress. The work consists of 69 pages (exluding additions). It is supplemented by 3 additions. The received results are presented in table 2 and illustrated with 24 pictures. To do the work 3 tasks were raised. In achieving them these research methods were used: theoretical – scientific and methodical literature analysis. Social research methods – questionnaire inquest. Also the secondary analysis of the department of Statistics data and Criminal action departamental registry data. Mathematical data calculations were done using SPSS software. The results are expressed in per cents. In descriptive methods the reserch results were described, analized and interpreted. On behalf of empirical research result, the author is analyzing social workers activity and nature which they apply in resolving agrresive breakthrough happening in the family. Research shows that agrresion in the family arrises for specific reasons i.e. alkohol, unemployment, drugs. Not only family members but also willing to help social workers suffer from this occurrence. During research it became clear that ususally social workers find out about agresively behaving family members from third parties and that the effectivenes of their help is ensured based on their good profesional education and raising qualifications. Social workers use various methods to... [to full text]

This surveys purpose is to find out how educators work with science and technology in preschool, what effects occur if the teaching does not take place and if there’s any difference with the science and technology class in preschool depending on what education the staff has. Four preschool teachers and three childcare workers in six preschools in a small municipality has been interviewed by qualitative interviews. The result shows that the interviewed used activities, experiments, theme work and the free game to teach the children science and technology. Biology is the topic in science that is being worked the most with. Lack of knowledge, interest, time and staff are factors that are seen as obstacles to the work of science and technology. My conclusion is that all educators working with science and technology in preschool but in different ways. One can see the difference between childcare workers and preschool teachers because of their knowledge of the subject. More knowledge results in better teaching.

Denna studie undersöker problematiken kring attacker mot humanitära biståndsarbetare i konfliktområden. Studien ämnar bidra till detta forskningsfält med ett nytt perspektiv rörande risktagande på individuell så väl som organisatorisk nivå. Studien undersöker ifall detta risktagande kan äventyra biståndsarbetarnas säkerhet. Vidare problematiserar studien det dikotomiska tänkandet om huruvida organisationer bör dra sig ut eller stanna kvar i högriskområden. Detta görs genom att diskutera problematiken utifrån begreppet mänsklig säkerhet i relation till det humanitära uppdraget. Informationen samlades in genom att läsa tidigare litteratur, genomföra intervjuer och genom att  distribuera ett frågeformulär. Studien finner flera olika orsaker och incitament till högt risktagande och kategoriserar dessa som avsiktligt och oavsiktligt risktagande. Vidare uppmanar studien organisationer att beakta risktagandeperspektivet och att de bör hantera det oavsiktliga risktagandet eftersom det påverkar humanitära biståndsarbetares säkerhet negativt.

HIV/AIDS mainly is a health problem, which is accompanied by social and economic implications worldwide and is seen as a pandemic that negatively affects South Africa. The agricultural labour force, specifically the farm worker community, is also negatively affected by it. However, few research reports are available pertaining to this problem in this section of the population Based on the above, the researcher investigated the attitudes and level of knowledge of the farm worker community with regard to HIV/AIDS. During the investigation it was established that knowledge was lacking and a misperception regarding the HI virus prevailed in the farm worker community. A needs assessment was executed in order to establish what information the farm workers wish to receive and whether they would be willing to attend group assemblies. Initially, the farm workers were not familiar with the term 'group work', but once it was explained to them it was established that the farm workers did indeed feel a need for a group work programme. A prevention programme was compiled in accordance with the needs of the farm workers, which included giving information on HIV/AIDS as well as teaching them life skills. An attempt was made to compile the programme in a culture sensitive manner so that information could reach the farm workers at their level of functioning. The aim of the investigation was: To establish the attitudes, convictions and level of knowledge of black farm workers with regard to HIV/AIDS by means of a literature study and empirical investigation; and To compile an HIV/AIDS group work prevention programme based on a literature study and empirical research. In conclusion, it can be said that the research has proved that knowledge pertaining to the virus is lacking among the farm worker community and that it is essential to change their attitudes. Group work, as a method of social work, can be utilised with remarkable success to bring about positive changes regarding HIV/AIDS in this sector. / Thesis (M.A. (MW))--North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2006.

Thesis (M.Cur. (Community Health Nursing))--North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2008.

Thesis (M.Cur. (Community Health Nursing))--North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2008.

I am a community support worker who supports people with intellectual disabilities to live full lives with dignity in the community. This is a role that can trace its heritage to the 1980s when large institutions in BC closed in favour of community group homes. Current scholarship suggests that the requisite full lives promised at the time the institutions closed have not materialized in the years since. Further, this scholarship suggests that it is the community support worker who has failed to deliver on important social goals. As a worker I can attest that I do at times feel unsettled in my work, like my mere presence is problematic, as if I fail by showing up. Based on the premise that I can learn about the worker of present by looking at how she was first imagined, in this genealogical study I explore how the community support worker of the 1980s was produced in archival documents of groups involved in the development of community group homes after the closure of Woodlands in New Westminster, BC. My findings suggest that the community support worker role served many interests, and that her purpose was not solely trained to the social needs of the people she supported. A confluence of economic rationalities, family concerns, and regulatory demands shaped her as an invisible domestic idealized as a temporary solution to a problem that was expected to dissipate through the increased independence of people with disabilities, and the participation of a welcoming community that steps up to help when needed. The ongoing presence of the worker calls into question her original mandate. / Graduate / 0630 / 0452 / pcambiazo@telus.net

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ABSTRACT Introduction Oral diseases have a severe impact on rural and remote Indigenous communities of Australia with widespread, severe dental caries leading to a significant number of Indigenous children requiring multiple dental extractions under general anaesthesia each year; a scenario rarely seen elsewhere in Australia. This burden of oral disease occurs in these communities in the context of very limited availability of dental personnel and access to oral health care. The rural and remote Indigenous communities of Australia rely on Indigenous Health Workers as key primary health care personnel. Experience in Western Australia and the Northern Territory suggests that the oral health role of these personnel can be developed to improve community oral health and reduce the burden of oral disease in Indigenous communities. The development of the Indigenous Health Worker oral health role is supported by major stakeholders including: the peak Indigenous health organisation, the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation; the peak dental health organisation, the Australian Dental Association; and by Australia’s National Oral Health Plan. Yet limited progress has been made in the development of this role. Why? This case study seeks to answer this question through the exploration of the complex, multiple factors influencing the development of the oral health role of Indigenous Health Workers in the Cape York region and so support the development of this role among Indigenous Health Workers. Methodology This research was conducted in accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council’s Statement and Guidelines for ethical conduct of Indigenous health research. Ongoing consultation took place with key Indigenous health organisations of the region. including Apunipima Cape York Health Council, Gurriny Yealamucka Health Service and the Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker Training Aboriginal Corporation, to confirm that the research focus was a priority of the communities of the region and to gain input into the design and implementation of the project. With the support of these Indigenous health organisations the study focused on the three communities in which an initial introduction to oral health promotion was provided to Indigenous Health Workers by Queensland Health through its Crocodile Smiles Project. Qualitative methodologies were used with data collection in the region undertaken through semi-structured interviews with 58 health personnel in the remote Indigenous communities of Hopevale, Napranum and Yarrabah; and in the regional centres of Cairns, Cooktown and Weipa. These interviews explored the perceptions of Indigenous Health Workers, dental personnel and their co-workers regarding the priority, characteristics and support needs of the development of the Indigenous Health Worker oral health role in the region. Results Interviews with rural and remote health personnel highlighted the severe impact of oral disease in these communities and on their health services and the high priority given to the development of the Indigenous Health Worker oral health role. These health personnel are seen as key to Indigenous health promotion in the region. Contrasting perspectives were found among rural and remote health personnel regarding the characteristics of an appropriate Indigenous Health Worker oral health role with consistent support being given to the development of the oral health promotion role and varied perspectives found concerning the development of a clinical oral health role. Rural and remote health personnel also highlighted the significant barriers to the development of the Indigenous Health Worker oral health role existing at the clinic and regional levels. Conclusion This study identifies drivers of role development as including oral health needs and oral health skills shortages in rural and remote Indigenous communities of Cape York. Facilitators to role development were found to include: the legislative and policy environment; the support of Indigenous Health Workers and their co-workers; and the policies and plans of Queensland Health and the Indigenous Community Controlled Health Organisations of the region. Significant barriers include: the existing work burden of Health Workers; the lack of clarity of Health Worker role definition; and the difficulties inherent in the development of appropriate inter-professional and cross-cultural training and management support strategies which are able to be implemented in remote settings. The research highlights the complexity of factors to be considered in achieving the system¬wide changes needed to support the development of this role and makes recommendations in the areas of policy, training, management and research to best support the development of this role. In focusing on the development of the oral health role of Indigenous Health Workers the study has examined an area of significance to the Indigenous community using culturally sensitive research methods in remote settings and has addressed a significant though little explored area of dental research – the development of the oral health role of non-dental personnel.

Migrant workers in China tend to suffer from inferior status and hardship in the workplace. Domestic private enterprises have become highly market-oriented and have been criticized for exploiting workers; however, some of them have started to pay increasing attention to motivating and retaining workers. The well-being of migrant workers is worthy of study. This study collected survey data from migrant workers in two Chinese private enterprises in the cosmetics industry, aiming to probe how a harmonious and supportive working environment may benefit workers. It is argued that HR???s assistance to line managers can be conveyed to workers via supervisors, leading to perceptions of a supportive working system (represented by the behaviour of HR, managers and supervisors). This kind of system is likely to promote employees??? identification with the organisation and social exchanges with organisational members. Further, these may improve workers??? psychological state and cooperative worker relations. This thesis starts by presenting migrant workers??? experience and discussing how HRM is practised in Chinese private enterprises. Studies of organisational support are introduced as a foundation to explore the influences of HR on employee outcomes???emotional exhaustion and co-worker assistance???through the mechanism of supervisor support. The results validate the substantial role of effective HR assistance to line managers and the role of the supportive supervisor in improving employees??? well-being and in facilitating helping behaviour among co-workers. Finally, implications for management practices and future research are considered.