Overview: Using the case of Alonza Thomas (https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/film/stickup-kid/) you will complete a comprehensive case study demonstrating your ability to engage in micro, meso and macro practice. More specifically you will show evidence of your ability to: conduct a client/family assessment; identify strengths and challenges on a micro, meso and macro level; apply the theoretical framework of Critical Race Theory, and explain the systemic challenges and oppressions relevant to Alonza’s case. Case Study Description: The final paper should be a maximum of 10 double-spaced pages. In addition, the paper should have a cover page with your name, the date, the class, the name of the activity and the name of the instructor. You will use standard APA format and cite 3-5 sources from the class material provided. You may also add outside readings if you choose. Your case study will include the following information: Section 1. A brief generalist practice assessment/intake on the client, Alonza (a real client intake would be thorough and somewhat lengthy, for the purpose of this paper keep this section brief and include only pertinent information. (Maximum 2 pages.) Alignment with Course Objectives: 7, 8 EPAS: 2, 6, 7 a. Distinctly describe the presenting problem i. Describe the client’s situation as you would in a case file. b. Include a brief client profile i. Include relevant information, including: age, living situation, marital/partner status, children, current work situation, education, etc.; history of presenting problem; past psychiatric history; substance use/abuse; social history including where person was reared, extended family and relationships, friends, marital/partner history, etc.; relevant family history; medical history; mental status information, etc. Section 2. Create an eco-map of Alonza’s case. Alignment with Course Objectives: 6, 7, 8 EPAS: 6, 7 a. Submit a one-page visual (a picture or electronic document) b. Also include a description explaining the eco-map. (Maximum 1 page.) Section 3. Using the ROPES model (Resources, Possibilities, Exceptions, Solutions) (Maximum 2 pages). Alignment with Course Objectives: 4, 6, 8 EPAS: 4, 6 a. Describe the strengths displayed by: i. the client, ii. the family iii. the community b. Describe the challenges faced by: i. the client ii. the family iii. the community Section 4. Utilizing the theoretical framework of Critical Race Theory (Maximum 2 pages). Alignment with Course Objectives: 3, 4, 5, 6 EPAS: 4, 6, 8 a. Explain the challenges and oppressions relevant to Alonza’s case (use citations from the readings provided to support your discussion). b. Describe the practice considerations and your approach to this case: i. How would you engage Alonza/Alonza’s family in the development of a case plan? ii. What community resources would you look for, and/or connect Alonza/Alonza’s family to? iii. What policies/laws apply to this case? What are the implications for current policy? What are the implications for Alonza/Alonza’s family? iv. What social justice/human rights organizations could support Alonza and/or support you as you advocate for Alonza? Section 5. Self-Reflection (Maximum 2 pages). Alignment with Course Objectives: 1, 8 EPAS: 1, 2, 9 a. Provide a brief evaluation of the case-study process. i. Describe and examine biases that came up for you? ii. What ethical issues did you identify? iii. What countertransference issues, or emotional distress, came up for you? iv. What outstanding questions or ethical dilemmas do you still have? v. What support would you need to engage with while working this case (ie: self care, supervision)?