Challenges Faced By Social Workers Working In Child Protection Services In Implementing The Childrens Act 38 Of 2005

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Challenges Faced by Social Workers Working in Child Protection Services in Implementing the Children's Act 38 of 2005

Author : Sipho Sibanda
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (956 download)

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Download or read book Challenges Faced by Social Workers Working in Child Protection Services in Implementing the Children's Act 38 of 2005 written by Sipho Sibanda and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The transition from the previous Child Care Act 74 of 1983 to the new Children's Act 38 of 2005 has been chaotic. Since the introduction of the Children's Act 38 of 2005, and its subsequent implementation in April 2012, there has been instability in rendering child protection services. This state of affairs has been caused by some serious loopholes and shortcomings in the new legislation: challenges faced by social workers in adapting to it: lack of capacity of the stakeholders in the child protection field: and the shortage of resources to implement it. The goal of the study was to explore the challenges faced by social workers working in child protection services in implementing the Children's Act 38 of 2005. The researcher conducted this study from a qualitative approach. The study was applied and exploratory in nature and utilised a collective case study design. There were 18 social workers in the employ of Johannesburg Child Welfare who participated in the study. They were selected through purposive sampling. Data was collected by means of focus group discussions. The findings show that social workers face institutional and infrastructural barriers in implementing the Children's Act. Furthermore, social workers face massive human resource challenges in the implementation of the Children's Act and these stem from the shortage of social workers: inadequate training of social workers and high case loads. Shortcomings that have been realised in the implementation of the Children's Act 38 of 2005 relate to the transfer of children to alternative placements: different interpretations of different sections of the said Act: the fundamental change to a court based system of renewing the placement of children: contradictions of the Children's Act with other legal statutes and societal values: and the over reliance of the child protection system on the foster care system to provide income support for children. The study concluded that the Children's Act needs to be amended to address its pre-statutory, statutory and post-statutory shortcomings, which create many challenges in its implementation. The study also concluded that the shortage of social workers and/or inadequate training contributes to high case loads, which in turn, influences the effectiveness of child protection services. Recommendations on addressing the challenges faced by social workers in implementing the Children's Act include the establishment of a kinship care grant: amending the Children's Act: organising training for all role players involved in implementing the Children's Act: and addressing technical issues on the implementation of the Children's Act.

Child Justice Administration in Africa

Author : Mariam Adepeju Abdulraheem-Mustapha
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3030190153
Total Pages : 259 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (31 download)

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Book Synopsis Child Justice Administration in Africa by : Mariam Adepeju Abdulraheem-Mustapha

Download or read book Child Justice Administration in Africa written by Mariam Adepeju Abdulraheem-Mustapha and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-05-29 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This interdisciplinary book analyzes the nature of child justice administration in Africa, particularly focusing on Nigeria and South Africa. The author uses a comparative approach in analyzing the legal regime and practice of child justice administration in Africa by recommending South Africa as inspiration for Nigeria since the justice sector in South Africa is significantly more developed. It further investigates various problems and challenges associated with children in the criminal justice system in Africa, thereby contributing to the cross-fertilization and collaboration among African nations that contributes to the development of the continent as a whole. The monograph shows that children are not only neglected by academics and practitioners but also that there is no access to scholarly materials in this area of law in Africa. This work contributes to knowledge in the area of law and methodology on the issue of child justice administration, development studies, political science, and African studies.

Professional Practice in Child Protection and the Child’s Right to Participate

Author : Asgeir Falch-Eriksen
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1000738973
Total Pages : 118 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (7 download)

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Download or read book Professional Practice in Child Protection and the Child’s Right to Participate written by Asgeir Falch-Eriksen and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-08-05 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explains and discusses how a child’s right to freedom of expression is upheld through practice and decision-making in Child Protection Services (CPS). Using the right to expression as stipulated in Article 12.2 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) as a point of departure, it explains what CPS practices should look like and how they must operate to uphold and enforce the rights of the child by providing "the opportunity to be heard" in any administrative practice. Current research literature documents extensively, and across countries, how either the voice of the child is not heard or, alternatively, the existence of a pro forma/tokenistic approach to listening to the child throughout CPS practices. Taking a three-fold approach, this book establishes a clearer connection between rights and professional practice according to Article 12 extrapolates how rights-based practice is achieved during CPS practices provides a comprehensive answer to the challenge of implementing Article 12.2 through policy and legislation. It will be of interest to all students, academic and professionals working within child protection including social workers, probation officers, health and social care workers, lawyers and teachers. The Open Access version of this book, available at www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license.

Social Justice and Children in Care

Author : Morag Owen
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1351899473
Total Pages : 222 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (518 download)

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Download or read book Social Justice and Children in Care written by Morag Owen and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-07-05 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can justice be achieved in voluntary cases - or is it purely a matter for courts to determine? Using a multi-disciplinary framework, which has at its centre a philosophical/anthropological view of social work as a moral practice, the author explores the notion of justice in public child care. The problem of parents’ and children’s rights is addressed, first of all in the legal context of care proceedings and then in the social work setting of voluntary care. Forty-six difficult cases are examined to see how decisions are made and implemented. In the final analysis the dimensions of social and legal justice are charted in a way which may contribute to general understanding of these issues and some suggestions are offered about how social work may move forward in response to legitimate criticism.

Child Social Work Policy & Practice

Author : Derek Kirton
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 144624170X
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (462 download)

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Download or read book Child Social Work Policy & Practice written by Derek Kirton and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2008-11-19 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: `A key text in the exploration of social, political and historical changes around child social care. It offers a broad overview of key themes in all areas and aspects of child care within the UK. It is an essential resource for students studying the degree in social work and will support and encourage their knowledge of fundamental issues′ - Sarah Thomas, Programme Director BA (Hons) Social Work, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff This book offers an authoritative overview of child care policy and practice in the UK. It covers assessment and family support services, understanding child maltreatment and protection, the care of looked after children, including the contribution of adoption, foster and residential care, services for those leaving care and barriers facing disabled children and their families. Child Care Policy and Practice reflects the complexity and contested nature of children′s needs, rights and interests and relationships between family and state. It analyses relevant debates and research and highlights practice issues and dilemmas. Readers are also directed to sources of further information on topics they may wish to explore in more depth. At the end of each chapter, there is guidance for further reading, resources for practice and questions for discussion. The book is aimed at social work practitioners and students, both qualifying and post-qualifying, at allied professionals working with children and families and at undergraduate students in Childhood Studies or Social Policy.

Social Work with Children and Families

Author : Ian Butler
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781843101086
Total Pages : 370 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (1 download)

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Download or read book Social Work with Children and Families written by Ian Butler and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2004 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 2003. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Thinking about Child Protection Practice

Author : Leigh, Jadwiga
Publisher : Policy Press
ISBN 13 : 1447332822
Total Pages : 184 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (473 download)

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Download or read book Thinking about Child Protection Practice written by Leigh, Jadwiga and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2018-01-31 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this uniquely vivid and compelling textbook, the authors reflect on eight challenging situations they have faced in the world of child protection social work. Their candid accounts provide in-depth case studies in how to work reflectively, using theory and research in situations of pressure and dilemma. They cover many common aspects of practice, including: • assessing risk; • managing different professional perspectives; • working with uncooperative clients; • dealing with organisational change. Throughout the book, the authors pause at intervals to reveal their thoughts and feelings, either as reflections in the moment or afterwards, and they invite the reader to do the same. Their detailed analysis will allow you to understand why particular decisions might be made, and how you can overcome similar predicaments using the tools of reflective practice. Annotated further readings lists and a glossary of terms offer further resources for study. The realities of child protection social work can be intimidating for even the most seasoned practitioners. This book is designed to empower both students and qualified professionals to practise safely, responsibly and confidently.

Understanding Children's Social Care

Author : Nick Frost
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1412923506
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (129 download)

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Download or read book Understanding Children's Social Care written by Nick Frost and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2009-05-07 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding Children’s Social Care is the first book to provide a comprehensive overview and critical analysis of children’s social care in England following the introduction of Every Child Matters and the 2007 Children’s Plan. The book examines the key issues surrounding child care policy and legislation, and the implications these have for practice. Authors Nick Frost and Nigel Parton draw upon sociological theory and debate to help the reader understand the future direction of policy and practice, presenting seemingly complex theoretical ideas in an accessible and coherent manner.

Social Work, Domestic Violence and Child Protection

Author : Catherine Humphreys
Publisher : Policy Press
ISBN 13 : 1861341903
Total Pages : 56 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (613 download)

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Download or read book Social Work, Domestic Violence and Child Protection written by Catherine Humphreys and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2000-01-26 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the different types of coral reefs and the creatures that live in them. Includes related activities.

Working with the Courts in Child Protection

Author : Jane N. Feller
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780788116599
Total Pages : 90 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (165 download)

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Download or read book Working with the Courts in Child Protection written by Jane N. Feller and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 1995-04 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides guidance to nonlawyers who work with the judicial system. Provides general and background information about the various applicable court systems, explains recent developments in the laws affecting child protection, and presents practical examples and tips to enhance the professional1s performance in court-involved cases. Bibliography, glossary, and list of resources.

The Politics of Child Protection

Author : Nigel Parton
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 135031417X
Total Pages : 214 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (53 download)

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Download or read book The Politics of Child Protection written by Nigel Parton and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2014-03-24 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Every Child Matters and the Munro Review, to changing shifts in thinking from Coalition government; the child protection system has seen dramatic political and policy developments over recent years. This book brings you a critical analysis of these developments from a leading writer and commentator. It begins by exploring the origins of present-day arrangements, locating English policy and practice in both a wider British and international context. It examines tragic cases such as 'Baby P' and Maria Colwell, considering their impact on public and professional attitudes and, in turn, the implications for the child protection system. Looking to the future of child protection, Nigel Parton considers the current state of the system and argues that we need to address wider social and political issues, including poverty, class and inequality. Original, authoritative and up-to-date, The Politics of Child Protection is an important book for all students, practitioners and researchers interested in safeguarding and child protection.

Social Work and Child Abuse

Author : D.M. Cooper
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1349188190
Total Pages : 172 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (491 download)

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Download or read book Social Work and Child Abuse written by D.M. Cooper and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 1987-09-18 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Well-publicised cases of child abuse have brought heavy media criticism of the social work role in prevention and child protection. This book attempts to bring a sense of perspective to allay the anxieties and fears felt by many social workers. The authors resist the idea that child abuse is a special 'disease' and develop a broad based strategy encompassing both individual therapy and environmental approaches. 'Cooper and Ball's short introduction to child abuse in the Practical Social Work Series is a remarkable achievement in that it provides local authority social workers and general social work students with a concise overview of issues related to working in child abuse.' - Issues in Social Work Education.

Social Work with Young People in Care

Author : Nigel Patrick Thomas
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1040100937
Total Pages : 239 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (41 download)

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Download or read book Social Work with Young People in Care written by Nigel Patrick Thomas and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-08-01 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This introduction to social work with children and young people who are looked after (in care or accommodated) by statutory or voluntary agencies is the only textbook on the subject which addresses this area of work across all four nations of the UK. Providing a clear theoretical and ethical basis, it introduces and develops a set of core themes, reflective of contemporary developments including: • the influence of, and tensions between, dominant discourses that shape the social work service (relationship-based practice, early intervention and prevention, social innovation, evidence-based practice and outcomes) • the use and abuse of concepts of ‘children’s needs’ and ‘best interests’; • ideas of parenting and parental responsibility, and the relationships between children, families, communities and the state; • the importance of recognising that children and young people have rights and considering their views; • trauma, trauma-informed practice, transitions and resilience. With chapters addressing a sequence of topics – assessment and planning, residential and foster care, leaving care, and permanence – there is a specific focus on working with disabled children, children from minority ethnic communities, and marginalised groups of children and young people including refugees and asylum seekers, LGBTQIA+ children and those who have been trafficked. Packed full of useful pedagogical features including material on the legal and policy context, summaries of research evidence, notes for good practice, group teaching exercises, references to legislation and guidance, and guides to further reading, it will be core reading on any child and family care modules, general preparation for practice courses, Frontline, Step Up, as well as for all social work practitioners.

Understanding Child and Family Welfare

Author : Marie Connolly
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1350314196
Total Pages : 149 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (53 download)

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Download or read book Understanding Child and Family Welfare written by Marie Connolly and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2011-12-19 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do workers around the world balance risk and support to ensure that their practice meets the ever-changing needs of children and their families? Renowned authors Marie Connolly and Kate Morris join forces to explore the frameworks and ideas which have shaped contemporary child and family welfare practice. From definitions of abuse to assessment models, they examine the knowledge base which lies at the heart of safe and effective statutory practice with children and families. Drawing on examples from a range of English-speaking jurisdictions, the book explores: - How to engage families, including participatory approaches and the role of the Family Group Conference - How to create positive out-of-home environments for children, discussing foster, kinship and residential care and adoption settings - How to improve professional decision-making through supervision and other organizational frameworks. At a time when child welfare systems across the globe are undergoing review, Understanding Child and Family Welfare provides a timely exploration of the reform agendas which will shape future practice. With sharp analytic insights into the difficulties and dilemmas which characterize this field, it is fundamental reading for all students studying child and family support or child protection, as well as for practitioners working within children and family settings.

Child Law for Social Work

Author : Jane Williams
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 184920831X
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (492 download)

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Download or read book Child Law for Social Work written by Jane Williams and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2008-05-18 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An invaluable resource for all social workers in practice with children and families, this book examines key issues such as child protection, family support, care planning, adoption and case preparation for court. With illustrative case studies throughout, the text is divided into two sections: " Part 1 explores the legal context of social work practice with children, examining how international human rights standards are absorbed within domestic law. " Part 2 explores the application of the law, policies and systems to individual case work, illustrating rights-based thinking in practice. Accessible to those without a background in law, the book highlights links between social work standards and legal values and rules. With promotion of the rights of children and families a measure of professional competence and legal obligation, the book helps readers satisfy social work standards and use their knowledge of the law to improve their practice. The book is vital reading for all levels of social work student, including those undertaking the post-qualifying award in child care, as well as being an indispensable resource for practitioners working with children and families. Jane Williams is a lecturer in law at the University of Swansea. She specialises in social work law, and children′s rights. Other publications include Children and Citizenship (SAGE, 2007), co-edited with Antonella Invernizzi.

Women and Substance Use: Specific Needs and Experiences of Use, Others’ Use and Transitions Towards Recovery

Author : Lucy Webb
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
ISBN 13 : 2832541194
Total Pages : 181 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (325 download)

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Download or read book Women and Substance Use: Specific Needs and Experiences of Use, Others’ Use and Transitions Towards Recovery written by Lucy Webb and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Improving Child and Family Assessments

Author : Danielle Turney
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 0857005537
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (57 download)

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Download or read book Improving Child and Family Assessments written by Danielle Turney and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2011-09-15 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The quality of the assessment of children in need has a significant impact on outcomes for the children concerned. Good assessment contributes to better outcomes, but poor assessment can have tragic consequences. Understanding what makes a good assessment is vital. This book brings together findings from 10 years of UK research that shed light on different aspects of child and family assessment, and examines the evidence for what works in promoting the best outcomes for children. It covers thresholds for assessment and intervention, what information should be collected in assessments, and assessments in different contexts. It also examines key aspects of practice and the factors that can help or hinder good quality assessment. These areas include analysis, critical thinking and reflection; engaging with children and families; and inter-professional working. Structural, procedural and organisational factors are also considered. In summarising the research, this important book provides key messages on the links between assessment and outcomes for children, and offers implications for policy and practice. It will be essential reading for social work practitioners, academics, students and researchers, and all those in the child protection field.