SMART Goals For Social Work
SMART Goals for Social Work
Prepared By: [YOUR NAME]
Company: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]
Objective/Goal Description:
The purpose of this document is to establish and prioritize individual career development objectives for social workers within [Your Department]. This SMART Goal will provide structure and guidance throughout the goal setting and achievement process.
SMART Goal:
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Initial |
Initial Meaning |
Component |
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S |
Specific |
Define your goal in a clear and specific manner. For instance, "I want to gain the skills and experience needed to take on a leadership role in my department within [YOUR NAME]'s organization" |
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M |
Measurable |
Establish concrete criteria for measuring progress. For example, you might decide to measure your goal of career advancement by the number of management courses you complete or the number of performance reviews indicating you have leadership skills. |
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A |
Achievable |
Ensure your goal is attainable. Consider what resources and skills are necessary and make plans for how to fill any gaps. |
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R |
Relevant |
Align your goal with larger business or department objectives. In this case, your career development goals could support [YOUR DEPARTMENT]'s strategic priorities. |
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T |
Time-bound |
Set a deadline for achieving your goal to ensure accountability. |
Action Plan:
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Identify Development Opportunities: Conduct a self-assessment and discuss career aspirations with supervisors to identify areas for growth.
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Create a Development Plan: Based on identified opportunities, develop a plan outlining specific actions, such as [ACTION STEPS HERE].
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Implement the Plan: Actively engage in planned activities and track progress regularly to ensure alignment with career goals.
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Seek Feedback and Adjust: Regularly solicit feedback from supervisors, colleagues, and mentors to assess progress and make necessary adjustments to the development plan.
Accountability:
To ensure accountability for achieving your SMART goal, establish regular check-ins with [ACCOUNTABILITY PARTY] to review progress and discuss any challenges or adjustments needed. Additionally, hold yourself accountable by setting milestones and deadlines for completing action items outlined in your development plan.
Notes:
Record any additional notes or reflections that emerge as you work towards your SMART Career Development Goals. This could include insights about your strengths and weaknesses, changes to your career aspirations, or feedback from colleagues or supervisors. Regularly review and update your notes to track your progress and stay focused on your objectives.
