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Developing effective leadership competencies in military social workers
Jennifer L Humphries1, Reginald W Howard
1US Army Medical Department Center & School, Fort Sam Houston, Texas.
U.S. Army Medical Department Journal
|April 2, 2015
Summary
Military social work is increasingly complex due to combat experiences. Developing transformational leaders within Master of Social Work programs can enhance service delivery and address challenges.
Area of Science:
- Social Work
- Military Psychology
- Leadership Studies
Background:
- Military social work demand has surged, becoming more complex over the past 13 years due to combat experiences.
- Effective leadership is crucial for improving organizational performance within military healthcare systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the application of transformational leadership models in developing military social work leaders.
- To assess the potential of integrating leadership development into clinical Master of Social Work programs.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of transformational leadership models in military and social service contexts.
- Analysis of the alignment between transformational leadership principles and social work values.
- Conceptual framework for integrating leadership development into Master of Social Work curricula.
Main Results:
- The transformational leadership model aligns well with the values of the social work profession.
- Integrating leadership development into Master of Social Work programs can enhance strategies for managing complex challenges.
- Deliberate, continuous, and progressive leadership development is essential for military social work leaders.
Conclusions:
- Transformational leadership offers a viable framework for enhancing military social work practice.
- Clinical Master of Social Work programs should incorporate leadership development to better prepare social workers for military demands.
- Improved leadership development can positively impact healthcare delivery and service provision in the military social work field.
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