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Essentials of Social Work Practice by Cognella Academic Publishing - A Concise Guide to Knowledge and Skill Development
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Essentials of Social Work Practice: A Concise Guide to Knowledge and Skill Development is an essential resource for students and aspiring social workers. This comprehensive guide introduces core concepts and necessary skills vital for cultivating a successful social work practice.
The book uniquely connects human behavior theories to practical applications, including engagement, assessment, goal-setting, intervention, and evaluation. It highlights the fluidity between micro, mezzo, and macro-level activities, ensuring readers understand the interconnected nature of social work.
Over the course of eleven engaging chapters, readers will explore:
- The helping process and ethical standards in social work
- Strategies for effective work with individuals, groups, and families
- Contemporary service delivery models and innovative programs
- Strength-based, ethically-oriented, and culturally relevant practices
- Creative tools and techniques tailored for diverse clients
Each chapter not only includes narratives and dialogues that illustrate the practical application of core skills but also features self-care strategies to help practitioners cope with the common stressors faced in social work. The final chapter emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning, providing readers with vital resources for ongoing professional development.
Essentials of Social Work Practice prepares future social workers to:
- Employ strategic interventions effectively
- Reflect on their strengths and needs as practitioners
- Maintain personal health and wellness throughout their careers
This book serves as an exemplary resource for foundational courses in social work, making it a must-have for anyone looking to advance their knowledge and skills in this field.
About the Author: Kathleen F. Cox is a licensed clinical social worker and Professor Emerita at California State University, Chico. With extensive experience in clinical social work, supervision, and program direction, she has contributed significantly to the fields of strength-based practice with high-risk youth and self-care for human service professionals. Dr. Cox is also the lead author of Self-Care in Social Work: A Guide for Practitioners, Supervisors, and Administrators.
This book, published by Cognella Academic Publishing, is designed to enhance the educational journey of aspiring social workers, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact in their communities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Essentials of Social Work Practice'? A: The book covers core concepts and skills vital for social work, including human behavior theories, engagement, assessment, goal-setting, intervention, and evaluation. It discusses the helping process, ethical standards, and strategies for working with individuals, groups, and families.
- Q: Who is the author of this social work textbook? A: The author is Kathleen F. Cox, a licensed clinical social worker and Professor Emerita at California State University, Chico.
- Q: How many pages does 'Essentials of Social Work Practice' have? A: The book has 224 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on April 19, 2019.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in social work? A: Yes, it is an exemplary resource for foundational courses in social work, making it suitable for beginners.
- Q: What format is this book available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Does the book provide self-care strategies for social workers? A: Yes, every chapter features self-care strategies to help cope with common stressors in social work.
- Q: Are there any practical tools included in the book? A: Yes, the book offers a variety of creative tools and techniques for use with diverse clients.
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Essentials of Social Work Practice'? A: The main focus is to prepare future social workers to employ strategic interventions and reflect on their strengths and needs as practitioners.
- Q: Can this book aid in ongoing professional development? A: Yes, the final chapter emphasizes lifelong learning and informs readers of vital resources for ongoing professional development.