Post Qualifying Child Care Social Work

Author : Gillian Ruch
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2008-11-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780857023070

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Post-Qualifying Child Care Social Work by Gillian Ruch Pdf

`The first text to systematically address the learning needs of post-qualifying child care social workers. Soundly organized and engagingly written with useful summaries and reflective exercises for students, it is a very fine text that will be widely used′ - Nick Pike, Principal Lecturer in Social Work, University of Gloucestershire This textbook provides an overview of the Post Qualifying Child Care Award in social work. Written in response to recent policy and training guidelines, it provides the underpinning knowledge for candidates following the Post Qualifying curriculum. It helps child care social workers acquire and develop the breadth of knowledge and understanding that characterise best practice. Key features include: - Chapters on reflective collaborative and critical practice; child development; child observation; case management and managing risk; working in partnership with children and families; inter-professional working and practice education - Links to the relevant post qualifying standards for social work - Contributions from a team of practice assessors and programme candidates - A practice-based approach - clearly links theory, research and practice - An inter-professional perspective - Case studies, activities and points for reflection that encourage the reader to develop ways of challenging and improving their own practice. The book equips social workers with the relevant training, knowledge and skills to improve the quality of services and their delivery. With an emphasis upon continuing professional development, this text is suitable for social workers studying for the Child Care Award, those already in practice and other social care professionals working with children.

Author : Jill Davey,Jenny Bigmore
Publisher : Learning Matters
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2009-08-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780857253576

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Introducing Child Care Social Work: Contemporary Policy and Practice by Jill Davey,Jenny Bigmore Pdf

This book provides a practitioner′s perspective on the challenges and developments of working in Child Care Social Work in the current context of organisational and social change. Drawing on the experience of social work practitioners who have undertaken the Post-Qualifying Child Care Specialist Award, the book shows how these challenges are being met in everyday practice, providing a forum to share their knowledge and experience with others and contribute to best practice. It will be of interest to social work practitioners and students and all those interested in the reality of current child care practice.

Author : Jim Campbell,Gavin Davidson
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2012-03-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446258699

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Post-Qualifying Mental Health Social Work Practice by Jim Campbell,Gavin Davidson Pdf

Social workers and other professionals working in the area of mental health often face complex and difficult practice dilemmas shaped by increasingly demanding policy and legal contexts across the UK. Jim Campbell and Gavin Davidson focus on the post-qualifying role played by mental health social workers in this book. The authors draw on theoretical and research perspectives on the subject, before outlining how professionals can achieve best practice. Topics covered include: " Models of mental health and illness " Discrimination and social exclusion " Addressing service user needs " Carer perspectives " Working with individuals, families and communities The chapters are accompanied by exercises, which encourage readers to critically reflect on their own professional and personal experiences. Case studies are also included, so that students can reappraise the knowledge they have learned in the text. The book will be essential reading for social work practitioners taking postgraduate courses in mental health and for those training to become Approved Mental Health Professionals.

Author : Gillian Ruch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Child welfare
ISBN : 1446269639

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Post-qualifying Child Care Social Work by Gillian Ruch Pdf

This textbook provides an authoritative overview of the Post-Qualifying Child Care Award in social work. Written in response to policy and training guidelines, this title presents the underpinning knowledge for those candidates following the Post Qualifying curriculum.

Author : Wade Tovey
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2007-07-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1846426707

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The Post-Qualifying Handbook for Social Workers by Wade Tovey Pdf

This handbook provides guidance for all practising social work professionals, and the staff who support them, on the post-qualifying (PQ) framework for social workers. The book introduces the framework and outlines how post-qualification accreditation and professional registration affect social workers. Covering the theory and practice of social work, the Handbook provides a set of tools and resources that enable social workers to develop their practice while coping with the demands of operational duties. The book looks at working with a range of service user groups such as children, people with learning disabilities and young offenders, as well as examining common issues that social workers may encounter, such as inter-agency work, and issues such as loss and participation. Tackling the increased post-qualification training necessitated by the new framework, this handbook contains resources and materials to help practitioners continue their own professional development. This definitive guide is an invaluable resource for all practising qualified social workers, students and trainers, and educators. Consultant editor: Robert Adams is Professor of Social Work in the School of Health and Social Care at the University of Teesside, UK.

Author : Great Britain: Parliament: House of Commons: Children, Schools and Families Committee
Publisher : The Stationery Office
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2009-07-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0215540689

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Training of children and families social workers by Great Britain: Parliament: House of Commons: Children, Schools and Families Committee Pdf

Author : Wade Tovey
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781843104285

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The Post-qualifying Handbook for Social Workers by Wade Tovey Pdf

In October, 2007, the post-qualifying (PQ) framework for all social workers in England will be transformed, and this handbook will supply fundamental guidance for all practising social work professionals and the staff who support them.

Author : Marilyn Pietroni
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Education
ISBN : 0904488713

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Right Or Privilege? by Marilyn Pietroni Pdf

Author : Gillian Ruch,Adrian Ward,Danielle Turney
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2010-06-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0857003836

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Relationship-Based Social Work by Gillian Ruch,Adrian Ward,Danielle Turney Pdf

Relationship-based practice is founded on the idea that human relationships are of paramount importance and should be at the heart of all good social work practice. This book provides a thorough guide to relationship-based practice in social work, communicating the theory using illustrative case studies and offering a model for practice. Case examples cover the different service user groups including children, families, older people, refugees, people with disabilities and people with mental health difficulties. The book explores the ranges of emotions that practitioners may encounter, and covers working in both short-term and long-term relationships. It also outlines key skills for the individual such as how to establish rapport with the client and using empathy to build a relationship, and explores systemic issues such as incorporating service user perspectives and building appropriate support systems for practice, management and leadership. This book will be an invaluable textbook for undergraduate and post-graduate social work students, practitioners on post-qualifying courses and all social work and allied professionals.

Author : Carolyn Spray,Beverley Jowett
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2011-11-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446292372

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Social Work Practice with Children and Families by Carolyn Spray,Beverley Jowett Pdf

Carefully researched and highly readable, this textbook explores what enables good and effective practice in local authority field social work delivered to children, young people and their families. The book sets the context for local authority social work practice and then chapter-by-chapter takes the reader carefully through the social work process. Detailed case studies work really well in embedding the legal and theoretical context firmly within the practice challenges of safeguarding children. Overall the book is about social workers effecting change so that children can continue to live successfully with their families and within their communities. Key features include: " Strong links between theory and practice; " Core themes relevant to training and practice- assessment, decision-making, interprofessional collaboration and reflective practice; " Accessible and jargon-free, also includes a useful glossary of relevant legislation; " Learning points and case study exercises in each chapter. Written in a lively and engaging style, students and newly qualified social workers will find this book provides a helpful introduction to children and families local authority social work as it exists today. It will be invaluable for students taking courses in child and family social work and child protection. The book will also appeal to experienced practitioners who want to explore action research or create the space for reflective practice as part of their continuous professional development. It will help other professionals involved in supporting children develop insight into the practice of social workers.

Author : Helen Donnellan,Gordon Jack
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781843109891

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The Survival Guide for Newly Qualified Child and Family Social Workers by Helen Donnellan,Gordon Jack Pdf

This practical guide provides a wealth of suggestions to help you to hit the ground running in the early stages of your new career. It provides a range of strategies for managing your time and workload, and offers suggestions for finding support, coping with stress, maintaining job satisfaction and ways of handling difficult situations.

Author : Julie Adams,Angie Sheard
Publisher : Critical Publishing
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-03-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781911106791

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Positive Social Work by Julie Adams,Angie Sheard Pdf

Positive Social Work will support and help you as a NQSW to understand your role within the context of a developing Social Work service. It will ensure that you are equipped with the knowledge and skills to do the job as best you can. Leaving university and entering the world of social work can be quite a daunting experience, though also exciting and challenging. Positive Social Work helps you as a NQSW to understand your role within the context of a constantly developing social work service. Now updated with the Knowledge and Skills statements, it ensures that you are equipped with everything you need to do the job as best you can. Positive Social Work is packed with information and resources to enable you as an NQSW to work in a professional manner, to protect yourself from the pressures of the role and to ensure you know where to look for support. This book also assists you with ongoing professional development by giving you tools you can adapt for your own area of Social Work. This book provides a unique tool designed to support your journey through the Assessed & Supported Year in Employment and is full of case studies and exercises designed to help your understanding and develop positive habits which will enhance your career.

Author : Joyce Lishman
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2007-05-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1846426529

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Handbook for Practice Learning in Social Work and Social Care by Joyce Lishman Pdf

This substantially revised, expanded and updated edition of the popular Handbook of Theory for Practice Teachers is a comprehensive summary of the theory, knowledge, research and evidence relating to practice learning in social care. Focussing on knowledge-based practice with a focus on improving outcomes, the five sections of the book cover: * the reasons and circumstances in which people may become social work service users * a holistic consideration of assessment in general and specific contexts, including risk assessment and management * methods of intervention, including cognitive behavioural social work, task centred practice, advocacy, crisis intervention, family therapy and group care * the legal, policy, research and evidence context in which assessment and intervention occur, as well as interdisciplinary work and organisational aspects of social work practice * reflective practice, evaluation and evidence based practice as integral parts of social workers' engagement with the complex needs of individuals outside the existing parameters of policy or research findings. This key text is essential reading for students, practitioners and teachers in social work.

Author : Janine Bolger
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317053583

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Social Policy for Social Work, Social Care and the Caring Professions by Janine Bolger Pdf

Since devolution in 1999, social policy within Scotland has burgeoned. The Scottish Parliament has a range of powers in relation to key policy areas including social work, education, health, child care, child protection, law and home affairs, and housing. These powers and the existence of a distinct legal tradition in Scotland means that social work practice has developed a distinctive style, attuned to the particular needs of Scotland. Scottish distinctiveness however, has rarely been properly represented in textbooks on either social policy or social work. This innovative text offers comprehensive coverage of the discipline of social policy and its central relevance to social work, social care and related practice in Scotland. Designed to complement teaching and study associated with the new Honours degree in Social Work (Scottish Executive 2003), it fills a notable gap in the literature on this subject and will be essential reading for students, professionals and academics within a variety of health and social care occupations.

Author : Brian J. Taylor,John D. Fluke,J. Christopher Graham,Emily Keddell,Campbell Killick,Aron Shlonsky,Andrew Whittaker
Publisher : SAGE Publications Limited
Page : 989 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2023-08-16
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781529614633

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The Sage Handbook of Decision Making, Assessment and Risk in Social Work by Brian J. Taylor,John D. Fluke,J. Christopher Graham,Emily Keddell,Campbell Killick,Aron Shlonsky,Andrew Whittaker Pdf

The SAGE Handbook on Decision Making, Assessment and Risk in Social Work provides a comprehensive overview of key strands of research and theoretical concepts in this increasingly important field. With 49 chapters and four section summaries, this Handbook describes the ‘state of the art’; discuss key debates and issues; and gives pointers on future directions for practice, research, teaching, management of services, and development of theoretical understandings. A key aim of this Handbook is to support the development of sound, applied knowledge and values to underpin reasoned professional judgement and decision making by social workers in practice and those in management and regulatory roles. With contributions from a global interdisciplinary body of leading and emerging scholars from a wide variety of roles, this handbook has been designed to be internationally generalisable and applicable to all major areas of social work. This Handbook provides a field-defining account of decision making, assessment and risk in social work which is unrivalled for its diversity and strength of coverage, and will be of value to social work researchers, teachers and practitioners, as well as to those in allied fields such as health care. Section 1: Professional Judgement Section 2: Assessment, Risk and Decision Processes Section 3: Assessment Tools and Approaches Section 4: Developing and Managing Practice Section 5: Concluding Section / Afterword