Practice Skills in Social Work and Welfare: More Than Just Common Sense

Practice Skills in Social Work and Welfare is the essential text for students preparing for the challenges of the human service sector, connecting theory with practical examples to build confidence and expertise. It covers critical social work and strengths-based practices, effective relationships with service users, client assessment, intervention, research, evaluation, and facilitating closure. The fourth edition is revised and updated with new material on technology, Pasifika communities, LGBTQI+ service users, and culturally responsive practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Practice Skills in Social Work and Welfare has emerged as the indispensable guide to equip students with the diverse challenges they will encounter in the dynamic field of human services. This fourth edition, in keeping with its renowned tradition, seamlessly blends theory with practical illustrations to enhance the reader's confidence and proficiency in critical areas of practice.

Part 1 establishes the foundational social work and strengths-based practices that underpin the book's approach, providing the backdrop for acquiring practice skills in group settings, during community development projects, and with individuals and families.

Part 2 delves into the art of building effective relationships with service users, showcasing real-life scenarios where social work and human service practitioners can apply their expertise.

Part 3 explores the intricacies of client assessment, encompassing risk assessment and cross-cultural perspectives. Issues surrounding intervention are examined in Part 4, ranging from working with families and groups to engaging constructively and safely, while research, evaluation, and facilitating closure are covered in the final part.

This fourth edition has undergone a thorough revision and update, incorporating new material on working with technology, Pasifika communities, LGBTQI+ service users, and culturally responsive practice. It serves as a comprehensive resource for social work and welfare students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their field and make a positive impact on the lives of those they serve.

Weight: 576g
Dimension: 174 x 245 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032056555
Edition number: 4 ed