An Introduction To The Profession Of Social Work

Author : Elizabeth Segal,Karen Gerdes,Sue Steiner
Publisher : Cengage Learning
Page : 527 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2009-01-16
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780495601708

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An Introduction to the Profession of Social Work: Becoming a Change Agent by Elizabeth Segal,Karen Gerdes,Sue Steiner Pdf

Segal, Gerdes, and Steiner’s AN INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION OF SOCIAL WORK: BECOMING A CHANGE AGENT, 3E provides a balanced introduction to the social work profession and helps students to understand the role that the profession plays in the social-welfare system. The authors’ supportive tone and experiential approach inspires interest in and enthusiasm towards future careers in social work. The book is designed to encourage both knowledge building and self-exploration skills that are essential in developing good social work practice. Additional chapter material, including detailed personal stories written by practicing social workers (From the Field boxes), and Point of View boxes that provide multiple perspectives, allow students to consider topics in greater depth and within a critical thinking context. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Author : Elizabeth Segal,Karen Gerdes,Sue Steiner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2009-02-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1439038090

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An Introduction to the Profession of Social Work, International Edition by Elizabeth Segal,Karen Gerdes,Sue Steiner Pdf

Considering a career in social work? Or, simply interested in how these talented and dedicated professionals contribute to society? AN INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION OF SOCIAL WORK: BECOMING A CHANGE AGENT, International Edition introduces you to the social-work profession and describing the role of social worker in the social-welfare system. Through case studies, personal stories, and exercises, this social-work text helps you apply the concepts and truly understand what it means to be a social worker.

Author : Elizabeth A. Segal,Karen E. Gerdes,Sue Steiner
Publisher : Wadsworth Publishing Company
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-23
Category : Social service
ISBN : 1133355110

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An Introduction to the Profession of Social Work by Elizabeth A. Segal,Karen E. Gerdes,Sue Steiner Pdf

Segal, Gerdes, and Steiner's AN INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION OF SOCIAL WORK, 4E, International Edition introduces you to the social work profession and describes the role of social worker in the social welfare system. Through case studies, personal stories, and exercises, this social work text helps you apply the concepts and truly understand what it means to be a social worker. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series, the fourth edition is completely up to date and thoroughly integrates the core competencies and recommended practice behaviors outlined in the 2008 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

Author : Michael E. Sherr,Johnny M. Jones
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2019-08-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780190923051

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Introduction to Competence-Based Social Work by Michael E. Sherr,Johnny M. Jones Pdf

Social work is rooted in the values of service, social justice, and strong interpersonal relationships, but as the profession evolves, so must the approach to education. Michael E. Sherr and Johnny M. Jones have created an introductory textbook written for the future of social work. The second edition integrates the knowledge of practice, policy, research, HBSE, and field work with the skills and practice behaviors necessary for students to become fully competent social workers by the time they graduate. Students are introduced to social work through a "Why We Do, What We Do" model that emphasizes how and why social workers commit to their careers. 41 case vignettes, 16 of which are new, engage students and present a clear picture of the profession to help them become invested in enhancing and restoring the well-being of individuals, groups, and communities. Visit www.oup-arc.com for student and instructor resources.

Author : Ira Colby,Sophia F. Dziegielewski
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 569 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2015-06
Category : Social service
ISBN : 9780190615666

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Introduction to Social Work, Fourth Edition by Ira Colby,Sophia F. Dziegielewski Pdf

There are certain questions that all students considering social work ask. Who are social workers? What is it that social workers do? How is the social work profession changing? What does it take to become a social worker? Ira Colby and Sophia Dziegielewski bring their decades of experience in social work practice and education to answer these questions. This engaging text gives readers a practical guide to the many ways in which social workers effect change in their communities and the world. The authors offer an overview and history of the profession; introduce readers to the practice of social work at the micro, mezzo, and macro level; and finally look closely at the many settings and populations that social workers work with. While realistically portraying the pressures and obstacles that social workers face, Colby and Dziegielewski communicate their own passion for social work.

Author : Lisa E. Cox,Carolyn J. Tice,Dennis D. Long
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 637 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781506394527

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Introduction to Social Work by Lisa E. Cox,Carolyn J. Tice,Dennis D. Long Pdf

Winner of the 2019 Textbook Excellence Award from the Textbook & Academic Authors Association (TAA) The best-selling Introduction to Social Work takes students to the root of the social work profession by covering its history, practice settings, and career paths within a unique advocacy framework. This advocacy practice and policy model comprised of four components—economic and social justice, a supportive environment, human needs and rights, and political access—provides an effective lens for viewing today’s social issues. Throughout the book, an emphasis on advocacy underscores the transformative opportunities and contributions of social work on not just the clinical/client level, but also at organizational, community, national, and international levels. The Second Edition closely aligns with the latest Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) from the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and references the 2018 Code of Ethics from the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). Through the authors’ inclusion of reflective practice, students will be encouraged to engage in critical thought and contemplate a career in social work. Free Poster: What Can You Do with a Degree in Social Work?

Author : Catherine N. Dulmus,Karen M. Sowers
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07-26
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781118240182

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The Profession of Social Work by Catherine N. Dulmus,Karen M. Sowers Pdf

An expert introduction to the foundations of the social work profession—from its historical roots to its evolution in an era of evidence-based practice The Profession of Social Work provides a broad overview of the history, scope, values, ethics, and organizational framework of the social work profession. Exploring professional ethics and human rights, evidence-based practice and practice-guided research, as well as emerging trends and issues, this important book presents topics of critical importance to anyone considering a career in social work. Each chapter in the text offers an array of pedagogical features, including Key Terms, Review Questions for Critical Thinking, and Online Resources. Ideal for introductory courses for both undergraduate and graduate students, The Profession of Social Work features coverage closely aligned with social work accreditation standards (EPAS) and includes chapters authored by established scholars on topics including: Social work history Social work education Professional credentialing and regulations Values and ethics The strengths perspective in social work practice Evidence-based practice and improving the scientific base for social work practice Contemporary issues in social work With a wealth of insider insights into and guidance on the profession of social work, this book is essential reading to prepare for a career in this field.

Author : Catherine N. Dulmus,Karen M. Sowers
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012-08-21
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781118176917

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The Profession of Social Work by Catherine N. Dulmus,Karen M. Sowers Pdf

An expert introduction to the foundations of the social work profession—from its historical roots to its evolution in an era of evidence-based practice The Profession of Social Work provides a broad overview of the history, scope, values, ethics, and organizational framework of the social work profession. Exploring professional ethics and human rights, evidence-based practice and practice-guided research, as well as emerging trends and issues, this important book presents topics of critical importance to anyone considering a career in social work. Each chapter in the text offers an array of pedagogical features, including Key Terms, Review Questions for Critical Thinking, and Online Resources. Ideal for introductory courses for both undergraduate and graduate students, The Profession of Social Work features coverage closely aligned with social work accreditation standards (EPAS) and includes chapters authored by established scholars on topics including: Social work history Social work education Professional credentialing and regulations Values and ethics The strengths perspective in social work practice Evidence-based practice and improving the scientific base for social work practice Contemporary issues in social work With a wealth of insider insights into and guidance on the profession of social work, this book is essential reading to prepare for a career in this field.

Author : Morley D. Glicken
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 697 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2010-12-08
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781412975780

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Social Work in the 21st Century by Morley D. Glicken Pdf

Social Work in the 21st Century is a T1 for courses called Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare. It is an overview of the Welfare system in America and it gives special attention to the role of a social worker and how they have historically interacted with the system. This book is written as an alternative to the market leader, Zastrow, which is highly dense introduction to the social welfare system and social work. The course is open to all majors and is often the course that draws students into the major of social work. This book is intended to get students excited about the profession and thinking critically about what social workers do and how they operate within the larger system. Unique features of the text include pedagogical features such as "You be the Social Worker," "Questions to Determine your Frame of Reference," "Info tables," and detailed cases with discussion questions. All these features reviewed very well in the text, and all are going to be retained, updated and expanded in the new edition. In addition, the author will add interviews with social workers in various roles and contexts. Reviewers made some very valuable recommendations for the new edition. They include the following: Incorporating a greater focus on the Person in Environment perspective (unique to social work) and a greater focus on macro issues and policy. They also recommended adding more visually appealing elements such as more photos throughout the text. A new feature will be invited essays by social workers in various roles from across the country. This will give students a first hand experience of the variety of roles social workers perform. In addition, the author will update the book to reflect recent current events, such as the historic election, the recent catastrophes and government response (since the book's publication) and will incorporate a greater emphasis on international issues. Finally, the author will give great

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1305721985

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An Introduction to the Profession of Social Work by Anonim Pdf

Author : Mary Wirtz Macht,Jean Kathleen Quam
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Social service
ISBN : 0675203244

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Social Work by Mary Wirtz Macht,Jean Kathleen Quam Pdf

Author : Mary Ann Suppes,Carolyn Cressy Wells
Publisher : Pearson Higher Ed
Page : 548 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-28
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780205921461

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The Social Work Experience by Mary Ann Suppes,Carolyn Cressy Wells Pdf

Learn how social workers use their professional expertise to assist people. This text is part of the Connecting Core Competencies Series. The Social Work Experience: An Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare introduces students to the profession of social work including eight major fields of practice, and provides in-depth discussion of social welfare policy, its history, contemporary issues, and probable future trends. The book helps students understand how social workers use their professional expertise to assist people in solving a wide variety of problems to improve their lives. There are three major parts: The first part, Social Work and its Context, comprises four chapters which introduce the profession of social work, provide theoretical perspectives underlying generalist practice, investigate the concept of social justice, and explore social welfare policy and its history. The second part, Professional Practice Settings, offers an in-depth discussion of eight fields of practice: family and children’s services, mental health, health care, schools, older adult services, criminal justice, and developmental disabilities. The third and final part, A Look to the Future, views the profession through the eyes of futurists and explores the challenges and opportunities that await new social workers. A better teaching and learning experience This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience—for you and your students. Here’s how: Improve Critical Thinking — Discussions on values, ethics, human diversity, and generalist social work practice throughout stimulate students to think critically about varying issues. Engage Students — Case studies introduce each chapter and are carefully developed to illustrate the myriad of problems that social workers deal with in daily practice. Explore Current Issues — Includes new content on a variety of issues, including policy diversity, the environment, and much more. Apply CSWE Core Competencies — The text integrates the 2008 CSWE EPAS, with critical thinking questions and practice tests to assess student understanding and development of competency. Support Instructors — An Instructor’s Manual and Test Bank, Computerized Test Bank (MyTest), BlackBoard Test Item File, and PowerPoint presentations are included in the outstanding supplements package.

Author : Joyce Lishman,Chris Yuill,Jillian Brannan,Alastair Gibson
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 763 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781473904347

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Social Work by Joyce Lishman,Chris Yuill,Jillian Brannan,Alastair Gibson Pdf

Social Work: An Introduction is designed to help your students make the best start in their academic and professional careers. Mapped throughout to the most up-to-date professional standards, the book covers the full range of knowledge and skills students need to gain in the early stages of their social work course and as they prepare to go out on placement. Key Learning Features: Key Themes and Chapter Introductions – to set the scene and place each chapter in context. Case Studies and Practice Vignettes – illustrate how theory, knowledge and policy translate to real-life practice. Also help students consider the service-user’s experience and develop a holistic approach to care. Exercises, Activities and Reflective Questions - independent learning tasks to help students apply theory to their practice, and to develop their skills of critical reflection Critical Thinking Boxes – support your students in their journey towards becoming critically reflexive practitioners. Visit the companion website to access a range of resources to support both lecturers and students, including: Vodcasts and podcasts from students, lecturers, service users and authors to introduce key topics to audio and visual learners Activities and case studies from different fields and settings to show how theory translates into real life practice Selected SAGE journal articles to help take learning to the next level Up-to-date links to codes of ethics, frameworks and other useful resources.

Author : Johnny M. Jones
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2014-06-15
Category : Social case work
ISBN : 9780190615420

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Introduction to Competence-Based Social Work by Johnny M. Jones Pdf

"Michael Sherr and Johnny Jones have created an introductory textbook written for the future of social work. Their innovative approach integrates the knowledge of practice, policy, research, HBSE, and field work with the associated skills and practice behaviors necessary for students to become fully competent social workers by the time they graduate. The case studies that drive this book will engage students and present a clear picture of the profession to help them become invested in enhancing and restoring the well-being of the individuals, groups, and communities they will serve."--Back cover.

Author : Malcolm Payne
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2006-07-26
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781861347046

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What is Professional Social Work? by Malcolm Payne Pdf

What is Professional Social Work? is a now classic analysis of social work as a discourse between three aspects of practice: social order, therapeutic and transformational perspectives. It enables social workers to analyse and value the role of social work in present-day multiprofessional social care. This completely re-written second edition explores social work's struggle to meet its claim to achieve social progress through interpersonal practice. Important features of this new edition include: § practical ways of analysing personal professional identity § understanding how social workers embody their profession in their practice with other professionals § detailed analysis of current and historical documents defining social work and social care analysis of values, agencies and global social work. This new edition will stimulate social workers, students and policy-makers in social care to think again about the valuable role social work plays in society.