2nd step in program evaluation
describe the program (describe the outcomes/goals)
1st step in program evaluation
engage stakeholders (who is interested in knowing the results of the evaluation)
3rd step in program evaluation
focus evaluation design (formative, process/implementation, outcome, impact)
4th step in program evaluation
gather credible evidence (collection of data to evaluate the program)
5th step in program evaluation
justify conclusions (analyze evidence, compare results with expectations)
6th step in program evaluation
use and share lessons learned
prevention
Minimize and eliminate social, psychological, and other conditions to contribute to physical illness. minimizing risk for illness, cost effective. primary prevention
primary prevention
program targeted at the entire population to provide support before problems occur. protect people from developing a disease or engaging in a behavior
ex. immunizations against a disease, use of seatbelts
secondary prevention
program targeted to alleviate problems and prevent escalation. occurs after a disease. focus on preventing re-injury or behavior from worsening.
ex. frequent check-ups
tertiary prevention
provide treatment for those affected. Focus on managing complicated, long-term diseases. prevent further deterioriation and maximize quality of life.
ex. pain management groups, rehab programs, hospice, dialysis for kidney disease.
SMART goals
S-specific (goal states what will be done and who will do it)
M- measurable (include how the action will be measured)
A- achievable (realistic)
R- relevant (reflects the needs of the client and community)
T- timebound (specific timebound for completion)
Social workers at the administrative level work at the macro level
focuses on the future of the organization and carries out the agency’s mission