The Social Worker's Practice Manual
Published on 21. August 2023
288 pages
978-1-83997-804-3 (ISBN)
Description
An essential handbook for students and experienced social workers alike, this practical guide filters out the jargon and sets out what you really need to know. 30 easy-to-follow chapters delve into topics ranging from holistic thinking to effective record keeping, all rooted in Neil Thompson's extensive hands-on experience.
Complicated subjects such as cultural sensitivity and managing conflict are discussed thoughtfully and pragmatically, helping you understand the roots of tricky situations and find effective solutions. Each section successfully combines theory and practice to give a holistic view of social work that can be tailored to help each unique client.
Over 45 years of experience distilled into one manual for success.
Complicated subjects such as cultural sensitivity and managing conflict are discussed thoughtfully and pragmatically, helping you understand the roots of tricky situations and find effective solutions. Each section successfully combines theory and practice to give a holistic view of social work that can be tailored to help each unique client.
Over 45 years of experience distilled into one manual for success.
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Series
Edition
Digital original
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Digital original
Illustrations
118 images
File size
0,93 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-83997-804-3 (9781839978043)
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Neil Thompson
The Social Worker's Practice Manual
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08/2023
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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Persons
Neil has over 45 years of experience in the caring professions as a practitioner, manager, educator, writer and adviser. He has won awards for his work, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from BASW Cymru. He is renowned for his ability to express complex ideas clearly without oversimplifying them and for making theory relevant to practice.
Content
- Intro
- The Social Worker's Practice Manual
- Cover
- Of related interest
- Title Page
- Copright
- Contents
- Foreword
- Welcome!
- About the Author
- Acknowledgements
- Preface
- Introduction
- 1. Begin at the Beginning
- 2. Attitudes and Values
- 3. Being Prepared
- 4. Making a Difference
- 5. Thinking Holistically
- 6. Working in Partnership
- 7. Equality, Diversity and Social Justice
- 8. Being a Professional
- 9. Spirituality
- 10. Reflective Practice
- 11. Growth and Change
- 12. Health and Well-Being
- 13. Human Connection
- 14. Working with Families
- 15. Working with Groups
- 16. Working with Communities
- 17. Residential Work
- 18. Court Work
- 19. Report Writing and Record Keeping
- 20. Managing Conflict
- 21. Loss, Grief and Trauma
- 22. Risk and Decision Making
- 23. Focusing on Outcomes
- 24. Handling Dilemmas and Tensions
- 25. Handling Criticism
- 26. Pitfalls to Avoid
- 27. Surviving and Thriving
- 28. Managing your Placement Experience
- 29. Managing Your Career
- 30. Keeping the Learning Going
- Conclusion
- Guide to Further Learning
- References
- Index
