AI-Enhanced Initial Assessment Template Creation

In ChatGPT or your favorite AI chatbot, cut and paste the following prompt to transform a traditional, written task into a dynamic and interactive AI-assisted task. To get started, simply replace each bracket with the specific information for each section.

Prompt Template 

Act as an experienced [type of social worker] social worker, skilled at designing authentic and comprehensive assessments. Help me create an initial assessment template for a new client who is [describe client] seeking [type of services] services. The assessment should include sections for:

1. Client Information: Basic details about the client, including name, age, contact information, and family composition.

2. Family History: Information about the client's family background, including significant relationships, family dynamics, and any relevant medical or mental health history.

3. Current Challenges: A detailed description of the challenges the client and their family are currently facing, including any specific incidents or ongoing issues.

4. Strengths and Resources: Identification of the client's and family's strengths, resources, and support systems that can be leveraged to address their challenges.

5. Service Needs and Goals: A list of the services and support the client needs, along with short-term and long-term goals for the client's well-being and family stability.

6. [any other information needed for the assessment]

Please provide detailed instructions for each section, including example questions to guide the assessment process.

Example Prompt

Act as an experienced child and family social worker, skilled at designing authentic and comprehensive assessments. Help me create an initial assessment template for a new client 16 year old seeking family support services. The assessment should include sections for:

1. Client Information: Basic details about the client, including name, age, contact information, and family composition.

2. Family History: Information about the client's family background, including significant relationships, family dynamics, and any relevant medical or mental health history.

3. Current Challenges: A detailed description of the challenges the client and their family are currently facing, including any specific incidents or ongoing issues.

4. Strengths and Resources: Identification of the client's and family's strengths, resources, and support systems that can be leveraged to address their challenges.

5. Service Needs and Goals: A list of the services and support the client needs, along with short-term and long-term goals for the client's well-being and family stability.

6. Developmental history 

Please provide detailed instructions for each section, including example questions to guide the assessment process. Also, include a grading rubric formatted as a table to evaluate the completeness and quality of the initial assessment template.

Additional Prompting Strategies

• Ask the chatbot to provide examples of comprehensive assessment templates, ensuring a focus on family history, current challenges, strengths, and service needs.

• Prompt the chatbot to suggest modifications and accommodations for specific client needs, such as cultural considerations or language barriers.

• Generate a list of best practices for conducting initial assessments, including example questions and areas of focus.

• Use an existing assessment as the basis for the prompt, either by uploading a file or copy/pasting text directly into the chatbot below the prompt.

By using this prompt, you can create a detailed and structured initial assessment template that enhances the assessment process for new clients seeking family support services.