Description
What does the novice practitioner or the experienced practitioner moving into child care work from another sector need to know to practice effectively? What skills do they need to call on?
In this valuable addition to The Social Work Skills Series, Stella Coleman and Corinne May-Chahal bring together their considerable teaching and practice experience to provide a reliable and practical guide to child protection work. Topics covered include:
- the legal and procedural context
- the professional context
- explanatory theoretical frameworks and models of practice
- managing risk
- evidence-based practice
- social work interventions
- parents, carers and families
- continuing professional development.
This is an essential text for all students, teachers and professionals working with children and families.
About the Author
Coleman, Stella; May-Chahal, Corinne
Reviews
'This is a very practical guide to child protection for social workers, aimed at social work students and newly qualified practitioners...trainers and team leaders should keep a copy of this book on their shelves.' - CommunityCare.co.uk
Book Information
ISBN 9780415275484
Author Stella Coleman
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 380g
