- Hardcover: 224 pages
- Publisher: Open University Press (1 Dec 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0335207006
- ISBN-13: 978-0335207008
- Product Dimensions: 23.5 x 15.9 x 1.9 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,992,200 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This text provides a detailed description of over 50 social work skills, with case examples of their creative use in evidence-based practice. The book takes as its starting point the view that social work is a skilled activity but one that is uniquely located in "no-win" situations, caught in a tension between conflicting and sometimes incompatible needs and expectations. These tensions call for critical thinking and balanced and judicious decision-making across a range of fundamental issues such as the rights of parents and the needs of the child; acknowledging the needs of carers alongside those of their "dependents"; weighing individual freedom against the risk to society. In order to address often severe and enduring problems and complex situations social workers need to have at their fingertips a "toolbox" of practice skills in order to help people to move their lives forward. Giving a name to these skills and being able to identify and demonstrate their effective use in evidence-based practice is a central theme of this text and one which provides an important and timely contribution to the literature on social work theory and practice.
About the Author
Pamela Trevithick works as a practitioner and consultant in child protection and as a lecturer in social work in the School for Policy Studies, University of Bristol. Her research interests lie in exploring effective and innovative approaches to practice in relation to the needs of people from deprived and disadvantaged sections of the population, and in the complex problems and difficult situations encountered by practitioners in health and welfare settings.
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66 of 67 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A brilliant book that I wish I had known about earlier in my DipSW training - also wish I had the author as one of my tutors.
The author truly does 'fill in the gaps' left by DipSW training that focuses endlessly on 'competences', for example, by listing all those elusive 'skills' that social work students are supposed to demonstrate, and by defining exactly what is meant by terms such as 'theory', intervention', 'method', etc, etc, etc.
Beg, borrow, or even (blow the expense) buy this book - you won't regret it (despite the over-emphasis on psychological rather than sociological perspectives). I think I shall still be referring to it as a newly-qualified practitioner and it will be invaluable during the remainder of my second placement, especially when writing assignments and evidence sheets...
The author truly does 'fill in the gaps' left by DipSW training that focuses endlessly on 'competences', for example, by listing all those elusive 'skills' that social work students are supposed to demonstrate, and by defining exactly what is meant by terms such as 'theory', intervention', 'method', etc, etc, etc.
Beg, borrow, or even (blow the expense) buy this book - you won't regret it (despite the over-emphasis on psychological rather than sociological perspectives). I think I shall still be referring to it as a newly-qualified practitioner and it will be invaluable during the remainder of my second placement, especially when writing assignments and evidence sheets...
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
For me, this book has been essential during my two year MA in SW, and I am sure the same will apply for any person studying the BA. As others have said, this book contains the information you need, and is easy and enjoyable to read. I have dipped into my library copy for many assignments, and have now purchased my own copy ans I want to read it through - I can't say that I have been inspired by many other texts to do the same! This has also proved useful when applying theory to my practice when writing up my APT and portfolio.
27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a book for rejuvenating tired minds. It sets out all you need to know about the theory and practice of social work. It is a must-have for post-qualifying study.
It is a useful resource and helps organise the braincells into an orderly queue.
You can read any section in isolation or just work your way through the book. It is well written, simply presented and avoids jargon. Most of all it is a good read - not something you encounter every day in social work literature.
I used this book when I completed PQ 2-4 last year and found it indispensable. I dipped in and out of subjects with ease. The book is presented in such a way that every page is self-contained and theories/practice/skills/methods/values and case studies are analysed and explained with ease.
Most important of all, the writer knows her subject and enjoys her work. I found myself identifying with her views and experiences. I did not feel patronised or require a dictionary to decipher the text.
I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in working with and for people.
It is a useful resource and helps organise the braincells into an orderly queue.
You can read any section in isolation or just work your way through the book. It is well written, simply presented and avoids jargon. Most of all it is a good read - not something you encounter every day in social work literature.
I used this book when I completed PQ 2-4 last year and found it indispensable. I dipped in and out of subjects with ease. The book is presented in such a way that every page is self-contained and theories/practice/skills/methods/values and case studies are analysed and explained with ease.
Most important of all, the writer knows her subject and enjoys her work. I found myself identifying with her views and experiences. I did not feel patronised or require a dictionary to decipher the text.
I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in working with and for people.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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A must for every Social Work student. Easy to navigate, good overview of every subject. I am currently studying Access to Social Work, I wish this book was discovered at the... Read more
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A must
I have used this book for every single assignment during my 3 years at Uni. This book is clear and easy to understand providing a over view of many areas of social work.
Published on 22 Aug 2009 by C. Glaister
The Bible for Social Workers..
If you only buy one social work book, make it this one..I'm in my last year of my BSc and I have used this for every module I've studied. Read more
Published on 15 July 2009 by E. Spence
A nust have book
I am doing my BA (hons) in Sw and too have just bought this book, anyone going on placement for the first time will have to complete a portfolio, demonstratign theories,... Read more
Published on 13 Jun 2009 by Mr. David Lambert
Invaluable text
I am currently completing my Social Work BA (Hons) Degree and came across this text book by chance. I am so glad I did! Read more
Published on 5 Mar 2008 by Laura O
An important book but why so expensive
I rarely buy books but this one has joined the select few in my practice teaching library. It provides a very simple look at social work skills (50 are listed) and knowledge. Read more
Published on 24 May 2001
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