Assessment in Social Work

Name: Assessment in Social Work
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781352009415
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By Patrick O'Byrne and Judith Milner and Steve Myers

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Assessment in Social Work is an essential guide that explores the crucial process of assessment within the social work profession. This updated edition offers students and practitioners a clear understanding of the complexities involved in social work assessments, backed by relevant theory and practical examples. It includes expanded discussion on topics such as Signs of Safety/Strengths, confidentiality, inter-agency collaboration, cultural differences, and recent legislative updates including the Mental Capacity Act. The book also provides a detailed overview of social work perspectives across the UK, making it an indispensable resource for comprehensive, effective social work practice.
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Ideal for social work students, new graduates, educators, and practising professionals seeking a thorough and up-to-date understanding of assessment in social work. Also suitable for those interested in UK social care policies and interdisciplinary working.

Description

Assessment is a core component of social work. Since first publication, Assessment in Social Work has provided students and practitioners with a clear overview of the complex issues they face and a map of the theory they need to draw on in order to conduct thorough, effective and meaningful assessments.

New to this Edition:

Updated and revised chapter on Signs of Safety/Strengths in light of recent research and guidance
Coverage of recording and sharing information included throughout the text
Added coverage of confidentiality and inter-agency working
Updated material in light of the Mental Capacity Act
More material on cultural differences throughout
Updated legislation and professional guidance throughout
Refreshed and updated examples throughout the text
A more detailed outline of the different national perspectives within the UK

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

This fourth edition has been highly praised by academics and practitioners alike. Trish Walsh from Trinity College Dublin calls it an "essential resource" with new chapters adding depth. Bernard Moss lauds its "thoughtful and imaginative" approach to complex issues, ranking it among the few 'must have' books in the field. Sally Holland, Director of CASCADE Children's Social Care Research and Development Centre, describes the book as one of her favourite social work textbooks, expressing her delight at its continued publication.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781352009415

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Edition: 5th edition

Illustration: 18 bw illus

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 580g

Pages: 345

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Education & Reference Judith Milner Non-Fiction Patrick O'Byrne Steve Myers

About the Author

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.