Social Services Disrupted

Author : Flavia Martinelli,Anneli Anttonen,Margitta Mätzke
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-24
Category : POLITICAL SCIENCE
ISBN : 9781786432117

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Social Services Disrupted by Flavia Martinelli,Anneli Anttonen,Margitta Mätzke Pdf

This book revives the discussion on public social services and their redesign, with a focus on services relating to care and the social inclusion of vulnerable groups, providing rich information on the changes that occurred in the organisation and supply of public social services over the last thirty years in different European places and service fields. Despite the persisting variety in social service models, three shared trends emerge: public sector disengagement, ‘vertical re-scaling’ of authority and ‘horizontal re-mix’ in the supply system. The consequences of such changes are evaluated from different perspectives – governance, social and territorial cohesion, labour market, gender – and are eventually deemed ‘disruptive’ in both economic and social terms. The policy implications of the restructuring are also explored. This title will be Open Access on Elgaronline.com.

Author : Stephen A. Webb
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 796 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2022-11-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000645514

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The Routledge Handbook of International Critical Social Work by Stephen A. Webb Pdf

The Routledge Handbook of International Critical Social Work is a companion volume to the Routledge Handbook of Critical Social Work. It brings together world-leading scholars in the field to provide additional, in-depth and provocative consideration of alternative and progressive ways of thinking about social work. Critical social work is increasingly involved in a global conversation, and as a subfield of social work it is rapidly becoming an interdisciplinary field in its own right and promoting novel forms of political activism. The Handbook showcases the global influences and path-breaking ideas of critical social work and examines the different stances taken on important political and ethical issues. It provides the first complete survey of the vibrant field of critical social work in a rich international context. This definitive volume is one of the most comprehensive source books on crucial social work that is available on the international stage and an essential guide for anyone interested in the politics of social work. The Handbook is divided into sever sections • Thinking the Political • Politics and the Ruins of Neoliberalism • Negotiating the State: Resistance, Protest and Dissent • Race, Bordering Practices and Migrants • Post Colonialism, Subaltern and the Global South • Critical Feminism, Sexuality and Gender Politics • Posthumanism, Pandemics and Environment The Handbook is comprised of 46 newly written chapters (and one reprint) which concentrate on differences between European and American contributions in this field as well as explicitly identifying the significance of critical social work in the context of Latin America. It provides a further vital trajectory of intellectual practice theory via interdisciplinary discussion of areas such as biopolitics, critical race theory, boundaries of gender and sexuality, queer studies, new conceptions of community, issues of public engagement, racism and Roma people, ecological feminism, environmental humanities and critical animal studies. The Handbook is an innovative and authoritative guide to theory and method as they relate to policy issues and practice and focus on the primary debates of today in social work from a critical perspective, and will be required reading for all students, academics and practitioners of social work and related professions.

Author : Marion Laging,Nino Žganec
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2021-05-07
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783030697013

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Social Work Education in Europe by Marion Laging,Nino Žganec Pdf

This contributed volume provides an in-depth overview of current social and socio-political transformations in Europe and their effects on social work and its educational structures. It elucidates these transformations and structures at the individual level of ten different countries and goes on to elaborate a European perspective in this field. Readers gain insight into the variety in social work and its educational structures in Europe and, at the same time, readers receive starting points for the exchange of ideas, collaboration and further development in the individual countries and in Europe. The introduction outlines the current developments and challenges facing social work education in Europe, contextualizing the topics to be covered in the volume. Each chapter offers an individual country profile of social work, including an analysis of typical examples of different traditions of educational models for social work that, collectively, provide insight into an overall "European model of education for social work". The countries selected represent all parts of Europe: Finland Latvia Germany United Kingdom The Netherlands France Italy Croatia Romania Cyprus European Social Work Education: Traditions and Transformations is an essential resource – an up‐to‐date and differentiated inventory of social work education in Europe from a horizontal and vertical perspective – which describes fields of work and approaches that prepare students to practice social work, examines the degree of academization of the discipline and investigates its structures and conditions. Social workers and social work educators, researchers and practitioners will find this an engaging and useful text.

Author : Gerald P. Mallon,Peg McCartt Hess
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 771 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-09-09
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780231525350

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Child Welfare for the Twenty-first Century by Gerald P. Mallon,Peg McCartt Hess Pdf

The Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA), which became law in 1997, elicited a major shift in federal policy and thinking toward child welfare, emphasizing children's safety, permanency, and well-being over preserving biological ties at all costs. The first edition of this volume mapped the field of child welfare after ASFA's passage, detailing the practices, policies, programs, and research affected by the legislation's new attitude toward care. This second edition highlights the continuously changing child welfare climate in the U.S., including content on the Fostering Connections Act of 2008. The authors have updated the text throughout, drawing from real-world case examples and data obtained from the national Child and Family Services Reviews and emerging empirically based practices. They have also added chapters addressing child welfare workforce issues, supervision, and research and evaluation. The volume is divided into four sections—child and adolescent well-being, child and adolescent safety, permanency for children and adolescents, and systemic issues within services, policies, and programs. Recognized scholars, practitioners, and policy makers discuss meaningful engagement with families, particularly Latino families; health care for children and youth, including mental health care; effective practices with LGBT youth and their families; placement stability; foster parent recruitment and retention; and the challenges of working with immigrant children, youth, and families.

Author : Tian-kui Jing,Stein Kuhnle,Yi Pan,Sheying Chen
Publisher : Springer
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2019-04-16
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783030108953

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Aging Welfare and Social Policy by Tian-kui Jing,Stein Kuhnle,Yi Pan,Sheying Chen Pdf

This perceptive volume presents conceptual, theoretical, and empirical approaches to social policy analysis comparing China and Nordic countries in their treatment of the elderly. An international panel of experts offers valuable policy insights into issues of housing, community care, family care, pensions and social security, and mental health as China translates and adapts Western examples, particularly those set by Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The book contrasts shared issues in the contexts of economic history, accountability and service improvements, and sustainability while also examining specifically Chi nese problems such as care gaps between urban and rural elders. Coverage also considers the centrality of aging policy in China as the nation works toward its long-term goal of eradicating poverty. Included among the topics: Building a welfare system with Chinese characteristics: from a residual type to moderate universalism. “Aging in community”: historical and comparative study of aging welfare and social policy. Sweden: aging welfare and social policy in the 21st century. Policy responses to aging: care services for the elderly in Norway. China’s elderly care policy and its future trends. Aging Welfare and Social Policy will interest professionals and researchers addressing questions of Chinese and comparative social policy, health psychologists, and sociologists focused on family, youth, and aging.

Author : Bethany Simmonds
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2023-04
Category : Older people
ISBN : 9781447348719

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Ageing and the Crisis in Health and Social Care by Bethany Simmonds Pdf

Current and future provision of health and social care for older people is explored in this timely study. It draws on examples from Germany, Sweden and the UK to measure the impact of trends including neoliberalisation and marketisation.

Author : Col Damon T. Arnold M. D. M. P. H.
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2012-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1477259457

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The Theory of Social Disruption by Col Damon T. Arnold M. D. M. P. H. Pdf

Col Arnold has accumulated a wealth of knowledge while serving as an Army officer, decorated combat veteran, medical doctor, flight surgeon, and as the former Director for the Illinois Department of Public Health. In his book, The Theory of Social Disruption, he offers a new and unique perspective on the underlying societal dynamics which are operating at all times within any given community. Further, this book offers brilliantly constructed and practical conceptual frameworks that unify the real world circumstances that we all face on a daily basis. It boldly delves into the underpinnings of social relationships and circumstances to provide a wealth of wisdom for practical applications. It unifies eastern and western theoretical principles on both a cultural and scientific basis. The author challenges the reader to understand the world from a different vantage point while also providing tools for self- exploration and growth as an individual in society. Further, this book serves as a guide and launching pad for the further development of both the social and service delivery competencies of the reader. It is intended to greatly strengthen the reader on a fundamental level. Endorsements: This is a must read! It is captivating, mind bending, and transformational on both a personal and professional level. It squarely addresses what must be done not only during times of disaster, but every day within community settings. LTG Russel L. Honore, US Army (Ret.) This book skillfully moves the reader from concept to practical, operational real world applications. It makes crystal clear the components that give rise to dynamic leaders and competent professionals. It will simply change the way that you see the world and yourself for the better. Read it! Col Eugene Blackwell, R.Ph., M.B.A., Emergency Response Coordinator, Department of Veterans Affairs

Author : Richard P. Barth
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781351327589

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Adoption and Disruption by Richard P. Barth Pdf

First Published in 2017. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an Informa company.

Author : Clive Baldwin
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781847428257

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Narrative social work by Clive Baldwin Pdf

Interest in the contribution narrative makes to other disciplines has been booming in recent years, but its impact in social work has been limited and confined mainly to therapeutic intervention. Narrative Social Work is the first book to extend the narrative lens to explore the contribution of narrative to social work values and ethics, social policy, and our understanding of the self in social, cultural, and political contexts. Clive Baldwin argues that narrative is a richly textured approach to social work that can enhance both theory and practice.

Author : Marjo Kuronen,Elina Virokannas,Ulla Salovaara
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2020-10-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000203943

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Women, Vulnerabilities and Welfare Service Systems by Marjo Kuronen,Elina Virokannas,Ulla Salovaara Pdf

This book studies welfare systems in Europe and beyond from the standpoint of women in vulnerable positions in society. These systems are under major transformations with new models of service delivery and management, austerity measures, requirements for cost-effectiveness, marketization, and the prioritization of services. Divided into three parts: Welfare service systems (not) responding to vulnerable situations of women Women’s encounters with the welfare service system Contradictions of informal support this book considers the experiences and encounters with the service system of women in poverty, homeless women, women with substance use problems, women sentenced of crime, girls and young women in care, and refugees and asylum-seeking women. Drawing upon research and critical discussions from Finland, Canada, Israel, Slovenia, Spain and the UK, this book provides new empirical findings and critical insights, and a valuable resource for the academics and students in social work, social policy, sociology and gender studies, but also for policy makers and professionals in social and health care.

Author : Marc Pradel-Miquel,Ana B. Cano-Hila,Marisol García Cabeza
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2020-06-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781839102325

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Social Innovation and Urban Governance by Marc Pradel-Miquel,Ana B. Cano-Hila,Marisol García Cabeza Pdf

Presenting social innovation initiatives that emerged from organized citizenry in Southern European cities, this book explores the response to austerity policies implemented after the 2008 economic crisis. Chapters look at the common aim of these initiatives in responding to social needs and challenging social exclusion.

Author : Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 3070 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2023-06-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781009445382

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Climate Change 2022 – Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability by Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Pdf

The Working Group II contribution to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) provides a comprehensive assessment of the scientific literature relevant to climate change impacts, adaptation and vulnerability. The report recognizes the interactions of climate, ecosystems and biodiversity, and human societies, and integrates across the natural, ecological, social and economic sciences. It emphasizes how efforts in adaptation and in reducing greenhouse gas emissions can come together in a process called climate resilient development, which enables a liveable future for biodiversity and humankind. The IPCC is the leading body for assessing climate change science. IPCC reports are produced in comprehensive, objective and transparent ways, ensuring they reflect the full range of views in the scientific literature. Novel elements include focused topical assessments, and an atlas presenting observed climate change impacts and future risks from global to regional scales. Available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.

Author : Tony Evans
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317075370

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Professional Discretion in Welfare Services by Tony Evans Pdf

Discretion has re-emerged as an issue of central importance for welfare professionals over the last two decades in the face of an intensification of management culture across the public sector. This book presents an innovative framework for the analysis of discretion, offering three accounts of the managerial role - the domination model, the street level model and the author's alternative discursive perspective. These different regimes of discretion are examined through a case study within a social services department, comparing and contrasting social work discretion in an Older Persons Team and a Mental Health Team. This innovative, theoretical and empirical analysis will be of great interest to postgraduate students and researchers in social work and related disciplines including social policy, public administration and organizational studies, as well as professionals in social work, health and education.

Author : Rae Walker,Wendy Mason
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2015-09
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781486302536

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Climate Change Adaptation for Health and Social Services by Rae Walker,Wendy Mason Pdf

Climate Change Adaptation for Health and Social Services addresses concerns from the health and community services sector, including local government, about how to respond to climate change and its impacts on communities. What should an intervention framework for the community-based health and social services sector contain and how can it complement an organisation's core values, role and work programs? What current direct and indirect impacts of climate change are most relevant to organisations and the communities they serve? Which population groups are most vulnerable to climate change and what are the impacts on them? Above all, what can be done to reduce the current risks from climate change to clients, communities and organisations? Written by expert researchers and practitioners, this book presents existing research, innovative practice and useful tools to support organisations taking practical steps towards adaptation to the impacts of climate change on people. It examines the evidence of climate change impacts on six of the most vulnerable population groups – people with disability; older people; women and children; Aboriginal people; rural people; and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds – as well as discussing effective interventions. Other key issues covered include health and social impacts of climate change, adaptation, mitigation, climate change communication, organisational adaptation and a case study of innovation illustrating some of the book’s themes. Accessible, informative and incorporating extensive evidence and experience, Climate Change Adaptation for Health and Social Services is relevant for anyone within the health and community services sector concerned about climate change and its impacts on their community.

Author : Elliot Studt,United States. Children's Bureau,United States. Public Health Service,Ursula M Gallagher
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 834 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Adoption
ISBN : UIUC:30112107374255

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Social Workers Look at Adoption by Elliot Studt,United States. Children's Bureau,United States. Public Health Service,Ursula M Gallagher Pdf