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Adult Safeguarding Observed: How Social Workers Assess and Manage Risk and Uncertainty
Adult Safeguarding Observed: How Social Workers Assess and Manage Risk and Uncertainty
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This book examines how social workers make adult safeguarding decisions, focusing on risk management. It applies sociological and ethnographic research to this area and discusses how social workers conduct assessments, work with multiple agencies, and involve service users in risk decisions. It is essential reading for those who want to understand how risk and uncertainty are managed in frontline adult social work and how practice can be improved.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 172 pages
Publication date: 25 July 2023
Publisher: Bristol University Press
Safeguarding adults at risk of abuse or neglect is a fundamental aspect of social work practice, yet there is limited understanding of how social workers make decisions in this critical area. In response to this gap, this book applies recent sociological and ethnographic research to explore the evolving landscape of adult safeguarding practice. By focusing on risk management, the author delves into how social workers conduct assessments, collaborate with multiple agencies, and involve service users in risk decision-making.
The book is a valuable resource for those seeking to comprehend how risk and uncertainty are managed within frontline adult social work and how current practices can be enhanced. It offers insights into the challenges and complexities faced by social workers in this field, as well as practical strategies for improving outcomes for vulnerable adults.
Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the topic, highlighting the importance of safeguarding adults and the challenges faced by social workers in this area. Chapter 2 explores the theoretical foundations of adult safeguarding practice, including risk assessment, multi-agency collaboration, and service user involvement. Chapter 3 provides an in-depth analysis of the practical aspects of adult safeguarding, including conducting assessments, working with multiple agencies, and involving service users in risk decisions. Chapter 4 discusses the ethical considerations and challenges associated with adult safeguarding practice, including confidentiality, consent, and power dynamics. Chapter 5 explores the impact of policy and legislation on adult safeguarding practice, including the role of social workers in advocating for change and promoting best practices.
Overall, this book is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of adult safeguarding practice, providing valuable insights for social workers, policymakers, and researchers alike. Its application of sociological and ethnographic research offers a fresh perspective on this critical area, and its practical recommendations for improving practice will be of great value to those working in the field.
ISBN-13: 9781447357292
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