Preparedness of the Barangay Bagong Silang Phase 1 Social Workers in the Midst of the Pandemic

Vol.3, No.1A

Abstract

The researchers wanted to determine whether personnel are well-equipped with the needed methods, knowledge, and skills to accomplish their profession amidst the pandemic, if the LGUs or the organisation these workers belong to have existing programs in dealing with outbreaks, and if training and preparations took place before implementation. 

This study used a descriptive method research design to assess the performance of the Barangay Bagong Silang Phase 1 personnel during the pandemic. The researchers gathered data from thirty (30) residents and ten (10) barangay officials. Most barangay officials were 50 years old and above, while residents were 34-41 years old. The performance of barangay personnel regarding spousal abuse, child abuse, and children in conflict with the law was regarded as “effective.” In contrast, the problems that affect the performance of personnel were regarded as “serious.” The measures and solutions proposed to address the problems were “recommended.” With this, the researchers recommend that the barangay request additional funds for the development of health and social welfare services, which include maintenance of the barangay health centre and day-care centre and care for abused women and children in conflict with the law, conducting regular house to house visits for families, counselling and spiritual programs, and invite higher education institutions that offer BS Psychology courses to conduct community service and counselling to affected families.