Social Work Practice with Children and Families
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- ISBN 9781412921794
- Weight: 400g
- Dimensions: 170 x 242mm
- Publication Date: 15 Nov 2011
- Publisher: SAGE Publications Inc
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
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The book sets the context for local authority social work practice and then chapter-by-chapter takes the reader carefully through the social work process. Detailed case studies work really well in embedding the legal and theoretical context firmly within the practice challenges of safeguarding children. Overall the book is about social workers effecting change so that children can continue to live successfully with their families and within their communities.
Key features include:
" Strong links between theory and practice;
" Core themes relevant to training and practice- assessment, decision-making, interprofessional collaboration and reflective practice;
" Accessible and jargon-free, also includes a useful glossary of relevant legislation;
" Learning points and case study exercises in each chapter.
Written in a lively and engaging style, students and newly qualified social workers will find this book provides a helpful introduction to children and families local authority social work as it exists today. It will be invaluable for students taking courses in child and family social work and child protection. The book will also appeal to experienced practitioners who want to explore action research or create the space for reflective practice as part of their continuous professional development. It will help other professionals involved in supporting children develop insight into the practice of social workers.
