Social Work Examination Services (SWES) Individual Practice Test

What role does a child care worker typically NOT fill in a residential treatment setting?

1. Life-space interviewer

2. Behavioral analyst

3. Family therapist

4. Group facilitator

The correct answer is: Life-space interviewer

In a residential treatment setting, a child care worker typically does not function as a family therapist. Family therapy is a specialized practice that focuses on interactions and dynamics within family units and often requires advanced training and credentials beyond what is typically held by child care workers. Child care workers play vital roles in supporting the daily needs of children, facilitating group interactions, and behavioral management, but they do not conduct therapy sessions focused on family issues. In contrast, being a life-space interviewer involves engaging with children in their daily environments to encourage personal growth and development. A child care worker may also take on the role of a group facilitator, helping to lead activities or discussions among children. Additionally, while child care workers can implement behavior management strategies, the title of behavioral analyst usually refers to professionals with advanced training and certification in behavior analysis, so this role is distinct from that of a child care worker. Thus, the responsibilities of a family therapist require a different level of expertise, which is why this role is typically not filled by a child care worker in that setting.