John is looking for a job. He engages with a social worker to achieve his goal. In the process, John and the social worker agree that John would submit one job application to a potential employer prior to the next session. The agreement between John and the social worker:
A)designates a time frame in which the task is expected to be completed.
B)is a specific task that is an instrumental action step toward a goal.
C)confirms the achievement of the client's goal.
D)indicates the client's lack of commitment.

Question

​John is looking for a job. He engages with a social worker to achieve his goal. In the process, John and the social worker agree that John would submit one job application to a potential employer prior to the next session. The agreement between John and the social worker:
A)​designates a time frame in which the task is expected to be completed.
B)​is a specific task that is an instrumental action step toward a goal.
C)​confirms the achievement of the client's goal.
D)​indicates the client's lack of commitment.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The agreement between John and the social worker to submit one job application is a specific task that is an instrumental action step toward John's goal of finding a job. It is not a confirmation of achieving the goal or a designation of a time frame, nor does it indicate a lack of commitment.

​John Is Looking for a Job

John Is Looking for a Job