Assessment in Social Work

ISBN-13: 9781352009415 / Angielski / Miękka / 2020 / 345 str.

Judith Milner; Steve Myers; Patrick O'Byrne

Spis treści

Introduction.- 1. Assessment in the 21st Century.- 2. Anti-Oppressive Practice.- 3. Effective Assessment Processes.- 4. Selecting a Map.- 5. A Satellite Map: Systems Approaches.- 6. A Map of the Ocean: Psychodynamic Approaches.- 7. An Ordnance Survey Map: Behavioral Approaches.- 8. A Handy Tourist Map: The Task-Centered Approach.- 9. An Explorer Map: Strengths-based Approaches.- 10. Assessment in Childrens' Services.- 11. Assessment in Adults' Services.- 12. A Map of the Universe: Spiritual Approaches.- Conclusion

O autorze

Judith Milner was a counsellor, trainer and Independent Expert in child protection proceedings where there was substance misuse and domestic violence. Now retired, she is studying moral psychology.

Steve Myers is Director of Social Sciences at the University of Salford, UK
 
Patrick O'Byrne is a Freelance counsellor, supervisor and family mediator and was formerly a senior lecturer at the University of Huddersfield, UK.   

Blurb

Assessment is a crucial social work task. Yet there is so much to consider that it can sometimes feel overwhelming. This book gives you structured, practical guidance on how to approach this vital professional skill. In a clear and accessible style, the authors provide both the theory behind assessment as well as helpful practice examples.

At the heart of this authoritative book is a set of theoretical maps to guide social workers' thinking and decision-making when undertaking assessment. Highlights of this fourth edition are:

• insights into the kind of high-quality collaborative assessment that is most likely to lead to effective interventions
  
• chapters discussing the specific challenges of assessment in children's and adult services
  
• careful analysis of the latest legislation and government guidance
  
• engaging features such as case studies, questions to challenge your perceptions, and thinking points to make you consider your own experience in the workplace. 
  

This fully revised edition of a tried-and-tested text gives social work students and practitioners alike a coherent and reliable guide to best practice.