
Direct Practice in Social Work
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This highly readable direct practice text offers a practical introduction to the theories and skills necessary to engage in effective, strengths-based practice.
Developed specifically to address the issues facing students as they prepare for direct practice in today's world, Direct Practice for Social Workinterweaves diversity and social justice throughout the chapters and teaches students how to make the connections between major theories and real-world situations.
Written in an engaging style by experienced authors, this text encourages the development of students' critical thinking skills while demonstrating the practical applications of theory.
Highlights include chapters opening case studies,numerous case studies in each chapter, and more modeled responses, sample dialogues and exercises than are found anywhere else.
Comprehensive coverage of the major theories and adherence to CSWE guidelines make this text an invaluable addition to any professional social work educational or professional library.
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Part I: Introduction
Chapter 1: Direct Practice in Social Work
Chapter 2: Values, Ethics, and Ethical Dilemmas
Chapter 3: Theoretical Perspectives on Direct Practice: An Overview
Part II: The Helping Process
Chapter 4: Basic Skills for Engagement
Chapter 5: Knowledge and Skills for Assessment
Chapter 6: Konwledge and Skills for Planning
Chapter 7: Knowledge and Skills for Intervention
Chapter 8: Developing Clients' Coping Skills
Chapter 9: Empowerment and Strengths-Based Practice
Chapter 10: Strengthening Family Functioning
Chapter 11: Improving Group Functioning
Chapter 12: Direct Practice in the Larger Environment
Chapter 13: Knowledge and Skills for Evaluation
Chapter 14: Knowledge and Skills of Termination
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