Describe the primary theories that inform micro and macro social work practice and discuss how these theories inform practice. Write a 5-page paper in APA format that includes no less than 10 references (references from course readings can be included). Use subtitles to demonstrate in what places you address the following areas. You will be graded on your inclusion of all five areas, the depth and accuracy of your discussion, and on your writing (see rubric).1. Professional knowledge base. Describe how theories and research (EBP process) inform our professional knowledge base.2. Primary social work theories. Briefly summarize the three levels of theories that inform social work practice (theoretical frameworks and perspectives, mid-level theories, and practice theories and models).3. Application of theories to micro practice. Choose at least two of these theories and discuss how they informed micro practice at your first field placement. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/ Solution Focused behavioral Therapy/ Empowerment Theory/ Strengths perspective theories. (Substance use treatment at Nicasa Behavioral Services or Kenosha County Jail)4. Application of theories to macro practice. Choose at least two additional theories and discuss how they inform macro practice at your first agency. CBT and DBT in Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program, 1st agency was Nicasa Behavioral Health Services.5. Evaluation of approach. Demonstrate critical thinking by using our discussion of theory and EBP to critically appraise the strengths and limitations of the approach at your first field placement (Nicasa Behavioral Health Services). Be sure to include a discussion of culture and whether the knowledge base is appropriate for the clients served at this agency. Close with some recommendations you might make to your agency leadership. Include a discussion of strengths as well as areas of development regarding the use of the professional knowledgebase at your first field placement.The paper should contain at least 10 citations from high quality sources (a high-quality resource is one that is published in a credible professional journal, and is well-supported and peer-reviewed.I am sending some peer-reviewed articles. Throughout the paper makes sure there is total of 10 references. Please use the ones that I am sending as well as new additional references. I have included the assignment requirement in a word format. Please Make sure the rubric is followed as you write the paper.
