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Social Work Methods and Skills: The Essential Foundations of Practice Paperback – 5 December 2011

by Karen Healy (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars 17 ratings
Edition: 1st
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This brilliantly systematic and comprehensive textbook provides an integrated approach to social work theory, methods and skills as the bedrock of all social work practice. Recognizing social work as a diverse activity that is rooted in common foundations, it explains how practice both shapes and is shaped by professional purpose. The text also explores the diverse range of social work practice methods available and aims to equip the reader with a foundation in the history and application of these varied approaches.

Offering a step-by-step discussion that will empower readers to critically develop and refine their professional toolkit for purposeful and innovative intervention, this original rationale is an essential resource for any social work student or practitioner looking to build, or consolidate, their understanding of the range of methods and skills available for effective professional practice.

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  1. ISBN-10
    023057517X
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0230575172
  3. Edition
    1st
  4. Publisher
    Bloomsbury Academic
  5. Publication date
    5 December 2011
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    15.6 x 1.45 x 23.39 cm
  8. Print length
    272 pages
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"This book will be particularly useful in preparing students for practice placements because it focuses on 'the doing' of social work, as well as providing a theoretical grounding in core social work knowledge." - Dr. Jean Dillon, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, Middlesex University, UK
"Healy has a strong presence in international social work literature and is well respected for her accessible style, while also presenting content that is both informative and challenging. As usual, Healy presents her work with an inviting mix of personal knowledge, social work literature and - very importantly for the current context - well researched evidence." Roslyn Giles, Senior Lecturer and Director of Field Education, University of Sydney, Australia"

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Theories, methods and skills are the bedrock of all social work practice; yet how they are used varies according to the needs of the client and the practice context.

In this brilliantly systematic and comprehensive text, Karen Healy provides an integrated approach to social work methods and skills. Recognising social work as a diverse activity that is rooted in common foundations, she explains how practice both shapes and is shaped by professional purpose. In particular, she:

  • Advocates a dynamic generalist model for working with individuals, families, groups and organisations
  • Provides a rigorous account of practice methods, influenced by critical social work theory, systems theory, strengths perspectives and research evidence
  • Presents each method with unrivalled clarity and analytic coherence, using a range of exercises and reflective material to support personal engagement and understanding.
Social Work Methods and Skills offers a step-by-step discussion of social work practice that will empower readers to develop and refine their professional toolkit for purposeful and innovative interventions. It is an essential resource for any social work student or practitioner looking to build, or consolidate, their understanding of the range of methods and skills available for effective professional practice.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bloomsbury Academic; 1st edition (5 December 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 023057517X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0230575172
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.6 x 1.45 x 23.39 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 17 ratings

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  • h fofanah
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 July 2021
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    This book was recommended by my university prior to placement and I am happy to have purchased it. It really supported my learning
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    5.0 out of 5 stars great general explanations of a number of methods and skills
    Reviewed in the United States on 13 November 2014
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    great general explanations of a number of methods and skills, exactly as the title suggest, can be used as a good early text
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  • Lily
    5.0 out of 5 stars This text is easy to read and is in pretty good condition
    Reviewed in Canada on 29 January 2018
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    This text is easy to read and is in pretty good condition. I was not surprised to see highlighting in the text as I bought it used and it is not overly highlighted or anything. Really enjoying it for the course I am taking!
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    My order was on time. The condition of the book is excellent! I'm very happy with my purchase. Thank you very much and I recommend people to buy it.
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    My order was on time. The condition of the book is excellent! I'm very happy with my purchase. Thank you very much and I recommend people to buy it.
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