... the social context to allow for higherlevel changes in social problems? (Stotzer & Alvarez, 2009, p. 324) Lee viewed social workers as professionals with responsibilities involving community practice, social action, and leadership.
Social workers are needed in the practice arena to address the wide array of social problems. ... Ed.), Comprehensive handbook of social work and social welfare: The profession of social work (vol. 1, pp. 395–417). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.
Its staff collected information about Hull House's clients and the residents of the surrounding area and then used this information to influence legislation and social policy (Dolgoff, Feldstein, & Skolnik, 1993, p. 278).
Includes bibliographical refeerences and index. This book is designed to stimulate student interest in social work and to provide an experiential 'flavor' of what the fields of social welfare and social work are really like.
This volume is designed to help readers understand the role and function of social workers within the context of a range of social service practice settings -- child welfare, adolescence, older adults, mental health, homelessness, health ...
It is followed by a brief survey of methods, by three chapters of case studies and by a final chapter on social work in the social services. The book thus combines a philosophy with practical guidance.
Lynn and Todd argue about what to do . Kim , Lynn's friend , suggests an abortion . Todd objects . Lynn decides that an abortion is the best solution and arranges to have this done . ( Lynn lives in a state in which she does not have to ...
The book begins by outlining the origins and historical context of social work, which allows the reader to see show how theoretical fashions have changed and adapted to certain times, and concludes with advice on the best way forward for ...
Farley/Smith/Boyle, Introduction to Social Work, 11/e With its balanced presentation of social work and social welfare, this classic introductory text provides a comprehensive and historical view of social work to help students better ...
A practical workbook for Social Work students that presumes no prior clinical experience and uses no technical psychological jargon.