Direct social work practice : theories and skills for becoming an evidence-based practitioner /: theories and skills for becoming an evidence-based practitioner. (2015)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Mary C. Ruffolo, University of Michigan, Brian Perron, University of Michigan, Elizabeth Harbeck Voshel, University of Michigan.
• Other Names: Ruffolo, Mary Carmel, 1956-; Perron, Brian E; Voshel, Elizabeth H (Elizabeth Harbeck)
• Contents: An overview of the book -- The evolving social work profession and integrative themes that guide social work practice with individuals, families and small groups -- From evidence-base practice to evidence informed practice -- Professional values, ethics and professional use of self -- Engagement and relationship building skills -- Assessment in social work with individuals and families -- Change planning -- Intervention skills : using cognitive and behavioral approaches in social work practice with individuals, families and groups -- Intervention skills : using problem-solving, psychoeducation and multisystemic intervention approaches and case/care management skills in working with individuals and families -- Additional skills for working with families and groups -- Outcome monitoring -- Lifelong learning and professional development over the life course.
• Publisher Details: Thousand Oaks : SAGE Publications, Inc
• Publication Date: 2015
• Extent: 1 online resource (280 pages)
• Subjects: 361.3/2; Evidence-based social work; Social service
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781483321042; 1483321045
• 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.