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Task-Centred Social Work

Author : Mark Doel
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1351896113
Total Pages : 193 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (518 download)

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Download or read book Task-Centred Social Work written by Mark Doel and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-03-02 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Task-centred practice is a forward thinking, goal-orientated approach to social work. It is a practice-based approach built on research which reflects the new mood being developed in the social work field, and it has now been successfully used in a wide variety of settings and circumstances. The theme of Task-Centred Social Work is partnership; exploring the principles on which task-centred practice is based, while offering clear and practical guidance for work, whether with people who seek help with social problems, or with those who are ’involuntary clients’. The book describes in detail the sequence of work to help clients move from present problems to future goals. This is illustrated by a case study which runs through the chapters and uses an imaginative recording style. Checklists and bibliographies are also used to aid understanding. The authors respond to the model's critics and explore both the scope and the limitations of the task-centred practice. Social professionals, whether working in practice or in training settings will find this book an invaluable aid to the development of successful social practice work.

Task Groups in the Social Services

Author : Marian Fatout
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1452246904
Total Pages : 193 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (522 download)

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Download or read book Task Groups in the Social Services written by Marian Fatout and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 1995-02-17 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work should serve as a sound foundation for students and practitioners as they begin their study of the significance of various groups in social work practice. --Choice Collective problem solving: a powerful and effective means of assessing a situation, determining a course of action, and accomplishing goals. In the realm of social services, this formidable method has been evidenced in the development of task groups; in the textbook arena, it is clearly and definitively presented in Task Groups in the Social Services. Focusing on the role of the social worker, the authors consider such aspects as the recruitment and composition of groups, participation as a team member, group shepherding, and dealing with problem behaviors within the group. Selected problem-solving approaches, including brainstorming, societal judgment analysis, and the Delphi technique, are evaluated in terms of process and outcome. From implementation through achievement, the merits and methods of application for a variety of task groups are assessed. This sophisticated work will be a vital resource for students of social work and social work practitioners alike.

Task Groups in the Social Services

Author : Marian Fatout
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 9780803954502
Total Pages : 196 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (545 download)

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Download or read book Task Groups in the Social Services written by Marian Fatout and published by SAGE. This book was released on 1995-02-17 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Focusing on the role of the social worker, the authors consider such aspects as the recruitment and composition of groups, participation as a team member, and dealing with problem behaviors within the group. Selected problem-solving approaches, including brainstorming, societal judgement analysis, and the Delphi technique, are evaluated in terms of both process and outcome. From implementation through achievement, the merits and methods of application for a variety of task groups are assayed.

Task-centered Practice

Author : William James Reid
Publisher : Columbia University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780231040723
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (47 download)

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Download or read book Task-centered Practice written by William James Reid and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 1977 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on the papers of the Conference on applications of task-centered treatment, held at the University of Chicago, 1975.

Professional Social Work

Author : Jonathan Parker
Publisher : Learning Matters
ISBN 13 : 1446298205
Total Pages : 361 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (462 download)

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Download or read book Professional Social Work written by Jonathan Parker and published by Learning Matters. This book was released on 2013-11-08 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If social work students are to flourish in their careers, and go beyond a basic sense of ‘competence’ in practice, it is essential to develop a sense of Professional Self. This book will help students develop critical understanding of their own social work practice, and the tools and skills required to become a professional social worker. It includes: Chapters on practising Reflexivity and the importance of Relationships in social work Contributions from leading social work academics A focus on building a professional identity through learning and practice The emphasis is on developing your professionalism, and how that journey translates into everyday practice. To help this growth there are further chapters on getting the best from continuing professional development, challenging poor practice and professionalism and ethics. Professor Jonathan Parker is Deputy Dean for Research and Enterprise and Director of the Centre for Social Work and Social Policy at Bournemouth University. He is currently conducting cross cultural research on learning and practice with colleagues in Southeast Asia. Professor Mark Doel is Professort Emeritus in the Centre for Health and Social Care Research at Sheffiled Hallam University, and a registered social worker. Mark′s research experience is in the fields of practice education, social work practice methods, and service user involvement.

Recording in Social Work

Author : Liz O'Rourke
Publisher : Policy Press
ISBN 13 : 1847427561
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (474 download)

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Download or read book Recording in Social Work written by Liz O'Rourke and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2010-05-05 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The topic of recording is certainly one for which there exists little current literature, and this book makes an original and prominent contribution." SuzyBraye, University of Sussex --

Introduction to Social Work

Author : Lisa E. Cox
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1452244340
Total Pages : 481 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (522 download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Social Work written by Lisa E. Cox and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2015-01-21 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text presents a framework for understanding the historical development of social work, the key figures influencing social work history, the various practice settings, and the type of work performed.

Essential Theory for Social Work Practice

Author : Chris Beckett
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1446203913
Total Pages : 217 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (462 download)

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Download or read book Essential Theory for Social Work Practice written by Chris Beckett and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2006-03-21 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: `I can say without equivocation this text is without doubt the best book about social work I have read. Chris Beckett explores the purpose, values activities and theories of social work in an ever-changing social context that is clearly identified and examined' - Stephanie Petrie, University of Liverpool Every day social workers face decisions that will significantly impact others' lives, and it is essential that these practical assessments are supported by a sound understanding of social work theory. In this innovative and highly accessible textbook Chris Beckett explains how an understanding of these theoretical issues can improve the knowledge and skills base of professional practice. Essential Theory for Social Work Practice is an engaging and readable text, with a distinctively realistic and honest approach to the realities of everyday practice. Framed in a comprehensive and logical structure: - Part 1 establishes what social workers do and the tools they need - Part 2 considers how to assess, handle, and support change in others - Part 3 explores the wide range of roles that social workers must fulfil - Part 4 strengthens these links between theory and practice. Exercises, case examples, chapter summaries, and practice notes are used to great effect in each chapter, enabling students to apply theory to practice as they progress through the book. The book is an invaluable core text for all undergraduate social work students, and offers excellent support for practitioners in their every day practice.

Task Strategies

Author : William James Reid
Publisher : Columbia University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780231075503
Total Pages : 358 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (755 download)

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Download or read book Task Strategies written by William James Reid and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 1992 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in-depth examination of intervention strategies suitable for common problems encountered by clinical social workers: difficulties of families and children, anxiety, depression, alcohol abuse, inadequate resources, and psychosocial problems associated with mental and physical illness.

EBOOK: Doing Social Work Research

Author : Roger Smith
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
ISBN 13 : 033524047X
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (352 download)

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Download or read book EBOOK: Doing Social Work Research written by Roger Smith and published by McGraw-Hill Education (UK). This book was released on 2009-09-16 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book offers many practical examples of research projects taken from the author's own experience as a researcher. These examples illustrate the usually complex concepts of research methodology by showing how they are practised in the real world of social work, so the title is apt. Especially useful are the common features of social work research discussed at length in the final chapter, as a way of finding common ground in the disputed terrain of social work as a profession, and in social work research in particular." Heather D'Cruz, School of Health and Social Development, Deakin University, Australia This accessible book is based on the author's extensive practical experience of carrying out and teaching research in the social work field. Social work research is shown to be both a distinctive academic enterprise and a task that can be accomplished effectively in line with the values and ethical principles that lie at the discipline's core. Doing Social Work Research helps intending researchers to relate 'methodology' to 'method', so that they can make authoritative decisions about how to turn initial research questions into valid and feasible investigative strategies. In doing so, it introduces and evaluates a wide range of approaches across the spectrum of social work research. Building on this, the book provides detailed guidance on how to organize the research task, paying close attention to the practicalities of planning, preparation, implementation and management of investigations. Doing Social Work Research features: A comprehensive overview of social work research methods Detailed guidance on ‘how to’ carry out research in social work Illustrative examples of research practice from personal experience Effective links between core social work values, purposes, methodologies and research practices This book is a valuable resource for social work students and practitioners carrying out research projects as well as practicing researchers and research educators in the discipline.

Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice

Author : Carol L. Langer
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118859766
Total Pages : 338 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (188 download)

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Download or read book Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice written by Carol L. Langer and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-12-31 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The social worker's guide to integrating theory and practice Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice teaches aspiring social workers how to apply theory in real world practice. Fully aligned with the Council on Social Work Education's 2015 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards, the book links theory to practice with clear, concise instruction including a discussion of evidence-based practice. Twelve commonly-used theories are thoroughly explained, with discussion of the strengths and limitations of each, and applied to real work with individuals, groups, families, communities, and organizations. The book includes case studies and first-person contributions from practicing social workers to illustrate the real-world scenarios in which different concepts apply. Critical thinking questions help students strengthen their understanding of the ideas presented. Tools including a test bank, PowerPoint slides, and an instructor's manual are available to facilitate classroom use, providing a single-volume guide to the entire helping process, from engagement to termination. Practice is a core foundational course for future social workers, but many practice texts focus on skills while neglecting the theoretical basis for social work. Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice fills that gap by covering both skills and theory in a single text. Examines the applications of prevailing social theories Covers the most common theories used in micro, mezzo, and macro practice Helps readers understand well-established approaches like strengths perspective, humanistic and client-centered, task-centered, and solution-focused brief therapy Shows how to apply major theories including ecological/system, cognitive/behavioral, conflict, empowerment, narrative, crisis, critical, and feminist An effective social worker recognizes the link between theory and practice, and how the two inform each other to culminate in the most effective intervention and most positive outcome for the client. Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice provides students with a roadmap to the full integration of philosophy and application in social work.

Handbook for Practice Learning in Social Work and Social Care

Author : Joyce Lishman
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1846426529
Total Pages : 412 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (464 download)

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Download or read book Handbook for Practice Learning in Social Work and Social Care written by Joyce Lishman and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2007-05-15 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Social Work Intervention

Author : Trevor Lindsay
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1844455661
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (444 download)

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Download or read book Social Work Intervention written by Trevor Lindsay and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2009-06-30 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social workers need to have a sound working knowledge of a range of ways of working with the people who use their services. They also need to be able to apply and integrate this knowledge in practice, to critically evaluate different methods and to choose the most effective in any particular set of circumstances. This book provides a hands-on guide to the most common methods of helping social work service users and to dealing with some difficult situations.

Essentials of Social Work Policy Practice

Author : Cynthia J. Rocha
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Essentials of Social Work Policy Practice written by Cynthia J. Rocha and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-04-20 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: classroom teaching experiences to provide readers with guidelines.

The Social Worker as Leader of Task Groups

Author : Paula Gelber Dromi
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 410 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (514 download)

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Download or read book The Social Worker as Leader of Task Groups written by Paula Gelber Dromi and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Problems, Tasks and Outcomes

Author : E. Matilda Goldberg
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 100043849X
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (4 download)

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Download or read book Problems, Tasks and Outcomes written by E. Matilda Goldberg and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-11-07 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the 1980s, although most social workers organised their time and described their work in terms of cases, research studies had cast serious doubts on the efficacy of working in this way. As a result, there had been growing anxiety about what social workers do, what they ought to do, and the training they needed. Task-centred casework was an approach to social work which proposed a solution to some aspects of this dilemma. Growing out of the surprising results of an American research study, it broke free from the traditional psycho-analytic approach to casework. It aimed at clarity of purpose, a concentration on the clients’ perceptions of the problems, openness about clients’ and helpers’ intentions and agreement about what is to be done and achieved within a specified time. Originally published in 1985, this book brings together three British studies that accompanied, and in some respects pioneered, the introduction of task-centred casework into the United Kingdom. The studies describe and evaluate task-centred casework with social services department clients, with young people on probation, and with men and women referred to hospital after poisoning themselves. The research suggests what task-centred casework can and cannot achieve, describes how clients experience it and seeks to define the skills it requires. The studies also provide some reasons why many previous studies of social work have failed to find evidence for social work effectiveness. The book uses much case material to illustrate methods of task-centred casework and its outcomes as seen by clients, social workers, and an independent outsider. It should still be of interest to social workers, teachers of social work, and social work students. More generally, it will be welcomed by all those who are interested in building social work on a surer basis than anecdote and fashion.

Social Work Practice Research for the Twenty-First Century

Author : Anne E. Fortune
Publisher : Columbia University Press
ISBN 13 : 0231512643
Total Pages : 335 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (315 download)

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Download or read book Social Work Practice Research for the Twenty-First Century written by Anne E. Fortune and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 2010-09-21 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social work professionals must demonstrate their effectiveness to legislators and governments, not to mention clients and incoming practitioners. A thorough evaluation of the activities, ethics, and outcomes of social work practice is critical to maintaining investment and interest in the profession and improving the lives of underserved populations. Incorporating the concerns of a new century into a consideration of models for practice research, this volume builds on the visionary work of William J. Reid (1928-2003) who transformed social work research through empirically based and task-centered approaches-and, more recently, synthesized intervention knowledge for framing future study. This collection reviews the task-centered model and other contemporary Evidence-Based Practice models for working with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. Essays demonstrate the value of these pragmatic approaches in the United States and international settings. Contributors summarize state-of-the-art methods in several key fields of service, including children and families, aging, substance abuse, and mental health. They also evaluate the research movement itself, outlining an agenda for today's sociopolitical landscape and the profession. This volume inspires practice research to prioritize evidence as a base for the profession.