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New theories for social work practice : ethical practice for working with individuals, families and communities / edited by Robyn Munford and Kieran O'Donoghue ; foreword by Jim Ife.
- Format:
- Book
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Social service--Moral and ethical aspects.
- Social service.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (338 pages)
- Place of Publication:
- London, England ; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, [2019]
- Summary:
- Social work theory and practice is evolving, and, this edited collection explains both what the latest developments are and how to use them in practice. Exploring the challenges currently being faced within social work, it shows new ways social workers can conceptualise and respond to these issues. It covers emerging theory relating to work with families, children and young people, refugees, older people, indigenous practice and more, while explaining different models that can be used. It explores interventions in different contexts including community development, mental health settings, partnerships with disabled people, work with Pacific communities, cross-cultural practice and the elements of evidence-informed and ethical practice.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Description based on print version record.
- ISBN:
- 9781784504267
- 1784504262
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