Adminitration: Basic goals and Function

Basic goals of administration

1. Providing Information

This work exists to provide complete data and is needed by several parties in carrying out their
duties. Office work can run effectively and efficiently because of the large amount of
information available that supports employees at work.

2. Supervising the Company’s Works

This supervision aims to ensure that every work and administration can be carried out in
accordance with the deadlines, procedures, and general standards that have been set. goal is to
ensure that all work runs smoothly and can achieve the company’s planned targets.

3. Implementing Office Policies

All company policies and regulations are also designed by the office administration. They must
be the first to implement the policy and provide a good standard of management service to
employees and customers.

4. Communicating with the Staff

One of them is communicating with employees in identifying problems during work and their
solutions. They also give appreciation to employees if they succeed in achieving certain targets
at work.

5. Providing Training for the Staff

Office administration also aims to provide training to employees. Training is useful for
developing their skills and abilities during work.

6. Explaining the Work Procedures

They explain all the procedures so that employees can work according to the standards that have
been set. The goal is to produce goods or services that are safe for use by consumers.

Functions of adminitration

1.Policy Formulation

A process by which statements of intention adopted by the board or policy- making body are the
implementation by the management and staff to achieve agenecy goals.

2. Planning and programming

Planning is laying out or charting the course of translating agency policies into programs and
services.
Program is a unit of planned activities. It is a coordinated group of activities maintained over
period of time ,aimed at producing a specific type .

3.Organizing

Organizing is the setting up of the framework of the tructure of the different units of the system
to carry on or perform distinct tasks for a specified objectives.

4. Staffing

Staffing or personnel administration is the function of selecting,hiring,training and maintaining a

component work force in such a way as to accomplish with maximum effeciency and economy.

5.Directing
Directing is overseeing, guiding and supervising people in the organization.

The social work administrator is the professional leader of the staff.

6. Controlling

Controlling is seeing to it that the objectives of the organization are carried out. Feedback should
have both formal and informal means.

7.Supervising

Supervision is defined as the art of enabling workers and students to perform the functions under
the guidance of someone with authoritiy and competence.

8.Communicating
Administration communicating is a function which helpls managers communicate with each
other as well as with employees within the organization.

9. Budgetting and financing

Budgetting is the process of setting estimates of the financial needs of the organization.It usually
done on an annual basis .

10. Reporting and recording

Reports and records are, the basis for planning programming,research evaluation and budgetting

Review of definitions of social work, social welfare & social development

Social work

Social work is a practice- based profession that promotes social change development,cohesion
and the empowerment of the people and communities.

Social welfare

Organized public or private social service for the assistance of disadvantaged groups.

Social Development

Social development refers to the process by which a child learns to interact with others around
them.

SOCIAL ADMINISTRATION AND THE RELATIONSHIP OF ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL WORK

Social work administration is the study and management of various social services, both statutory and
voluntary, which are made available to the individuals in the setting family, group and community
relations for the purpose of preventing, alleviation or contributing to the solution of recognized social
problems so as to improve the well-being of individuals, groups and communities. Thus, social work
administration is a cooperative and coordinated endeavor involving all members of an organization,
each of whom contributes in varied manners to the processes of goal formulation, planning,
implementation, change and evaluation.

SOCIAL WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY: PUBLIC AND PRIVATE, NATURE AND GOALS

What is Social Welfare?

Social welfare is a system of laws and institutions through which a government attempts to protect and
promote its citizens’ economic and social welfare. In other words, social welfare aims at providing
services to the underprivileged section of the population by providing them various forms of social
insurance against poverty, unemployment, disability, and old age.

What is Social Welfare Administration?

Social welfare administration refers to the formulation and implementation of social policies related to
the well-being of weaker and vulnerable citizens of society. Generally, it is the process of transforming
social policy into social services.

Objectives of Social Welfare Administration Following are the objectives of social welfare administration:

-To create awareness of the diverse organisations providing social welfare services among the
prospective beneficiaries.-To identify the weaknesses or problems in rendering services and find out
their causes to avoid future repetitions.-To create cooperation and coordination among the social
welfare service providers to prevent repetitions resulting in the unnecessary misuse of valuable
resources.-To create cooperation and coordination among the social welfare service providers to
prevent repetitions resulting in the unnecessary misuse of valuable resources.-To encourage social
welfare service providers by introducing innovative methods and techniques to maximise the effective
rendering of social welfare services.

What is Social Welfare Organization?

Social welfare organizations refer to organizations established by individuals with a specific purpose.

Social systems model from a management perspective

In the Social Systems Model, managers consider the social dynamics within an organization and
how they interact with the technical aspects of work. This perspective recognizes that the
performance of individuals and teams is not solely driven by their technical capabilities but is
also influenced by their relationships, communication patterns, organizational culture, and
values

There are several types of social system models from a management perspective, but three
main ones are:

1. Bureaucratic Model: Based on Max Weber's principles, this model emphasizes a formal
hierarchical structure with clear lines of authority and responsibility. Processes and rules govern
organizational behavior and decision-making. The focus is on efficiency, consistency, and
adherence to established procedures.

2. Human Relations Model: This model emphasizes the importance of social interactions, group
dynamics, and employee satisfaction in achieving organizational goals. It focuses on creating a
positive work environment through employee engagement, motivation, and teamwork.

3. Contingency Model: This model recognizes that different organizations may require different
management approaches based on their unique circumstances. It emphasizes the importance
of adapting management practices to fit the specific needs, goals, and characteristics of the
organization.

The manager and the external environment opportunities, & threats political, economic and
etc.

A manager's external environment refers to the factors and conditions outside the organization
that can influence its operations and performance.
Political factors: These refer to the influence of government policies, regulations, and political
stability on organizations. Opportunities can include changes in policies that favor the industry
or company, while threats can arise from political instability or unfriendly regulations.

Economic factors: These relate to the overall state of the economy, including economic growth,
inflation, unemployment rates, and interest rates. Opportunities can arise from a growing
economy, increased consumer spending power, or favorable monetary policies.

Social factors: These encompass the demographics, changing societal values, lifestyle trends,
and cultural norms that impact organizations. Opportunities can arise from shifts in consumer
preferences or emerging societal trends.

Technological factors: These include advancements in technology that influence the

organization's operations, products, and services.

Legal factors: These refer to the laws and regulations that organizations must comply with.
Opportunities can arise from favorable legislation or changes that benefit the organization.

Environmental factors: These relate to ecological and environmental aspects like climate
change, sustainability, resource availability, and environmental regulations. Opportunities can
arise from adopting sustainable practices or developing eco-friendly products.

The Manager and Culture: Focus on Filipino Culture as it influences human

behavior
- Refers to the study of how Filipino culture shapes the behavior of individuals in a managerial
role in the workplace.- Cultural influences can significantly impact the way managers interact
with their subordinates, make decisions, and lead their teams.

Types of Manager

1. The paternalistic manager: In Filipino culture, there is a strong emphasis on respect for
authority and hierarchy.2. The relationship-oriented manager: Filipino culture places a great
emphasis on building and maintaining personal relationships.3. The collectivist manager:
Filipino culture values collectivism and cooperation over individualism.

4. The indirect communicator: Filipino culture tends to value indirect communication, as being
too direct or confrontational may be considered rude or disrespectful.5. The hierarchical
manager: Filipino society is hierarchical, and this is reflected in the workplace as well.

GENDER & DIVERSITY IN SOCIAL ADMINITRATION

 Gender Diversity in the social administration refers to the rate at which men and women
are hired, paid, and promoted in relation to the opposite gender. Explore diversity facts
and trends in today’s modern workplace, as well as ways to work on closing the gap and
moving toward equality.

 gender diversity in the workplace means that women and man are hired at a similar and
consistent rate, are paid equally, and are given the same opportunities, be that access to
resources, promotions, or pay.
 gender diversity is having equal opportunities available to you that aren’t limited by you
gender.
PRINCIPLES AND CORE VALUES OF SOCIAL ADMINISTRATION

PRINCIPLES OF SOCIAL WORK

1. PRINCIPLES OF ACCEPTANCE
2. PRINCIPLES OF NON-JUDGEMENTAL ATTITUDE
3. PRINCIPLES OF INDIVIDUALISM
4. PRINCIPLES OF CONFIDENTIALITY
5. THE TWIN PRINCIPLES OF “PURPOSEFUL EXPRESSION OF FEELINGS” AND
“UNCONTROLLED EMOTIONAL INVOLVEMENT”
6. PRINCIPLES OF SELF-DETERMINATION

CORE VALUES OF SOCIAL WORK

 RESPECT FOR THE DIGNITY AND INHERENT WORTH OF MAN.

 BELIEF IN THE SOCIAL NATURE OF MAN AS A UNIQUE CREATURE
DEPENDING ON OTHER MEN FOR FULFILLMEMT OF HS UNIQUENESS.
 BELIEF IN THE HUMAN CAPACITY FOR CHANGE, GROWTH AND
BETTERMENT.