Handbook for Practice Learning in Social Work and Social Care, Second Edition: Knowledge and Theory: Knowledge and Theory Second Edition

Handbook for Practice Learning in Social Work and Social Care, Second Edition: Knowledge and Theory: Knowledge and Theory Second Edition

by JoyceLishman (Author)

Synopsis

This substantially revised, expanded and updated edition of the popular Handbook of Theory for Practice Teachers is a comprehensive summary of the theory, knowledge, research and evidence relating to practice learning in social care. Focussing on knowledge-based practice with a focus on improving outcomes, the five sections of the book cover: * the reasons and circumstances in which people may become social work service users * a holistic consideration of assessment in general and specific contexts, including risk assessment and management * methods of intervention, including cognitive behavioural social work, task centred practice, advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy and group care * the legal, policy, research and evidence context in which assessment and intervention occur, as well as interdisciplinary work and organisational aspects of social work practice * reflective practice, evaluation and evidence based practice as integral parts of social workers' engagement with the complex needs of individuals outside the existing parameters of policy or research findings. This key text is essential reading for students, practitioners and teachers in social work.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 408
Edition: 2
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Ltd
Published: 15 May 2007

ISBN 10: 1843101866
ISBN 13: 9781843101864

Media Reviews
The second edition of this handbook, which has been substantially updated to bring it into line with the latest developments in social work, provides an essential resource for social work educators, practitioners and students. The text would be useful to use in preparing students for social work contact, as well as supporting them in their practice learning opportunities. It is also a useful reference volume for practitioners who will be supporting students as a work base supervisor, practice teacher, and practice assessor, as it covers the traditional social work knowledge base. There are some excellent chapters from a range of well known and well respected professionals from research, policy making and practice. -- Social Policy and Social Work Subject Centre (SWAP)
The book is well structured and each chapter is self-contained and carefully written, considering areas relevant for practice today. relevant for a wide audience of both occupational therapy practitioners and students. -- British Journal of Occupational Therapy
Overall this is a comprehensive, up-to-date and well referenced resource which should be on the bookshelves of all social work educationalists and, indeed, of all social workers. -- Moira Dunworth, Practice: Social Work in Action
Author Bio
Joyce Lishman is Head of the School of Applied Social Studies, Robert Gordon University and General Editor of the Research Highlights in Social Work series. She is currently involved with the Scottish Executive in the Reform of Social Work Education agenda and has published extensively on social work practice and practice learning.