​​​ Social Policy Essay (3000) words Task: Identify one contemporary social policy debate and consider the theoretical underpinnings of the various positions within the debate. Critically analyse the impact of the policy in relation to one client group or population and identify the way that a human services professional can be involved with influencing the social policy. Presentation: The document will be typed • 12 pt. Font • 1½ or Double spacing • Wide margins Assessment criteria: • A description and critical analysis of the presenting scenario; • Demonstrated understanding of the theoretical concepts that influence policy in this area; • Discussion of how social policy could be utilised to positively influence service provision; • Critical reflection applied to the topic; • Adherence to academic conventions of writing (eg referencing; writing style). At least 5 references Materials that may likely be useful Jamrozik, A. (2009) 'Social policy and the concept of welfare' Chapter One in Social Policy in the Post-Welfare State : Australian society in a changing world (3rd edition) , Pearson Education, NSW. Hill, M. (2003) 'What is Social Policy', Chapter One in Understanding Social Policy, 7 th Edition, Blackwell Publishing, Oxford. McClelland, A. (2006) 'What is Social Policy', Chapter One in Social Policy in Australia: understanding for Action, Oxford University Press . Jamrozik, A. (2009) ' Income security', Chapter Six in Social Policy in the Post-Welfare State : Australian society in a changing world (3rd edition) , Pearson Education, NSW. McDonald, C. & Marston, G. (2006) ' Room to move? Professional discretion at the frontline of welfare-to-work, Australian Journal of Social Issues, 41, no. 2, Winter 2006. Jamrozik, A. (2009) ' The labour market and industrial relations', Chapter Seven Social Policy in the Post-Welfare State : Australian society in a changing world (3rd edition) , Pearson Education, NSW. Jeffries, S. (2007) ' 4th National Indigenous Education Conference Getting On with the Job: Indigenous Engagement in Education Rhetoric and Reverse Gear; Indigenous Policy as a Strategic Afterthought'. Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, 31 (1), 22-27. Beresford, Q. & Gray, J. (2006) 'Models of policy development in Aboriginal education : issues and discourse.' Australian Journal of Education, 50 (3), 265-280. Farrelly, R. (2005) ' Welcome the Edupreneurs: the benefits of for-profit schools,' Policy, 21 (3), 3-8. and of particular interest for Humanitarian and Community Studies students: AusAID (2007) Better education: a policy for Australian development assistance in education. Canberra: Australian Agency for International Development.