Social work values and ethics / Frederic G. Reamer.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Reamer, Frederic G., 1953-

Series:

Foundations of social work knowledge.

Foundations of social work knowledge

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Social service--Moral and ethical aspects.

Social service.

Social workers--Professional ethics.

Social workers.

Social service--United States.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (257 p.)

Edition:

3rd ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : Columbia University Press, c2006.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This is the leading introduction to professional values and ethics in social work. Frederic G. Reamer provides social workers with a succinct and comprehensive overview of the most critical issues relating to professional values and ethics, including the nature of social work values, ethical dilemmas, and professional misconduct. Conceptually rich and attuned to the complexities of ethical decision making, Social Work Values and Ethics is unique in striking the right balance between history, theory, and practical application.For the third edition, Reamer has updated the content and strengthe

Contents:

TABLE OF CONETENTS; Preface; 1. Social Work Values and Ethics: An Overview; 2. Social Work Values; 3. Ethical Dilemmas and Decision Making: A Framework; 4. Ethical Dilemmas in Social Work: Direct Practice; 5. Ethical Dilemmas in Social Work: Indirect Practice; 6. Ethics Risk Management and Ethical Misconduct; Afterword; References; Appendix: NASW Code of Ethics; Index; FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIAL WORK KNOWLEDGE

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [195]-207) and index.

ISBN:

1-322-66262-2

0-231-51104-3

OCLC:

191924937