Report writing for social workers. (2012)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Jane Watt ; series editors: Steve Keen and Keith Brown.
• Other Names: Watt, Jane
• Contents: 1. Introduction. About this book ; Why write this book? ; What is a report? ; Standards of literacy in social work -- 2. General considerations. The power of the written word ; Working in the human and personal world ; Working n the social and political world ; Working in the legal world ; Feelings, Power ; Respect -- 3. Getting started. First things ; Deadlines ; Organisation ; Keeping information secure ; Work space ; Materials ; Going through the paperwork ; The future -- 4. Planning and timetabling. The timetable ; Prioritising contracts ; Things to consider when planning appointments ; Tips for making appointments ; Recording -- 5. Interviews. Be prepared ; Arranging and office to be welcoming yet business-like ; Home interviews ; Recording ; Note-taking skills and tips l Introductions : yourself and your client ; Introduce the report too ; Signposting ; Conducting interviews ; Report file ; Difficult situations -- 6. Writing. You as writer ; Writing the report ; What to include ; Headings ; What to leave out ; Vocabulary ; Spelling ; Grammar tips ; Tone and style -- 7. Checking and proofreading. Personal checks ; Consultancy -- 8. Presentation. The final version ; Presenting yourself ; Location ; Observe and be confident ; Preparing clients ; Public speaking -- 9. And afterwards?. Results ; Practical organisation ; Change and the social work relationship ; Learning and professional development -- Afterword.
• Publisher Details: London : Learning Matters
• Publication Date: 2012
• Extent: 1 online resource (128 pages)
• Subjects: 808.06636132; Communication in social work; Report writing; Communication in social work; Report writing
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9780857259844; 0857259849
• Access Rights: Legal Deposit; Only available on premises controlled by the deposit library and to one user at any one time; The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK).
• Access Usage: Restricted: Printing from this resource is governed by The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK) and UK copyright law currently in force.