Includes bibliographical references (p.281-296) and index.
Contents:
Part 1. Foundations of practice -- 1. Learning about service users and their communities -- 2. Learning about yourself -- 3. Learning about your role -- 4. Learning about value conflicts and ethical dilemmas -- Part 2. Direct practice -- 5. Preparation -- 6. Generating options -- 7. Making assessments in partnership -- 8. Working in and with groups -- Part 3. Agency practice -- 9. Making priorities -- 10. Managing resources -- 11. Accountability -- 12. Challenging situations and resolving conflicts -- Part 4. Themes of practice -- 13. Multicultural practice -- 14. Law-informed practice -- 15. Generalist and specialist practice -- 16. Comparative social work.
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