Social Work in Health Emergencies: Global Perspectives

The book provides accessible, international knowledge about social work practice in health emergencies for practitioners, students, and academics, establishing the intersectionality between health social work and other fields and its place in public health emergencies. It is relevant to a wide range of audiences, including practitioners, educators, and students in social work, human services, international development, and public health, as well as policy makers and researchers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 362 pages
Publication date: 01 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book provides accessible, international knowledge about social work practice across fields in the context of health emergencies for practitioners, students, and academics. It establishes the intersectionality between health social work and other fields such as social care, child protection, and homelessness, and the social worker's place in public health emergencies. Relevant to a number of audiences, including practitioners, educators, and students in social work, human services, international development, and public health, as well as policy makers and researchers. Although a social work text, it will hold appeal for public health and international development professionals and international organizations such as UNICEF.

Health emergencies present unique challenges and opportunities for social work practice. Social workers are crucial in responding to these emergencies, as they have the skills and knowledge to provide support and assistance to individuals and communities affected by the crisis. This book aims to provide accessible, international knowledge about social work practice across fields in the context of health emergencies for practitioners, students, and academics.

The book begins by exploring the theoretical foundations of social work in health emergencies. It discusses the importance of social work in promoting health and well-being, as well as in responding to emergencies. It also examines the role of social work in addressing the social and economic factors that contribute to health emergencies, such as poverty, inequality, and discrimination.

Chapter 2 provides an overview of the different types of health emergencies that social workers may encounter, such as natural disasters, epidemics, and conflicts. It discusses the specific challenges and opportunities that each type of emergency presents, as well as the social work interventions that can be used to address them.

Chapter 3 explores the intersectionality between health social work and other fields such as social care, child protection, and homelessness. It discusses the ways in which social workers can work collaboratively with other professionals to provide comprehensive and integrated support to individuals and communities affected by health emergencies.

Chapter 4 examines the social worker's place in public health emergencies. It discusses the role of social workers in promoting public health, preventing disease, and responding to health emergencies. It also explores the ethical and legal considerations that social workers must consider when working in public health emergencies.

Chapter 5 provides an overview of the social work interventions that can be used to support individuals and communities affected by health emergencies. It discusses the importance of providing psychosocial support, as well as practical assistance such as food and shelter. It also examines the role of social workers in advocating for social and political change to address the root causes of health emergencies.

Chapter 6 discusses the challenges and opportunities that social workers face in working in health emergencies. It discusses the importance of building resilience and self-care skills, as well as the need for collaboration and coordination with other professionals. It also examines the role of social work in promoting social justice and equity in health emergencies.

Chapter 7 provides an overview of the resources and support available to social workers in working in health emergencies. It discusses the importance of training and education, as well as the availability of research and evidence-based practices. It also examines the role of international organizations and networks in supporting social work practice in health emergencies.

In conclusion, this book provides accessible, international knowledge about social work practice across fields in the context of health emergencies for practitioners, students, and academics. It establishes the intersectionality between health social work and other fields, and the social worker's place in public health emergencies. The book is relevant to a number of audiences, including practitioners, educators, and students in social work, human services, international development, and public health, as well as policy makers and researchers.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367628734