Direct social work practice : theories and skills for becoming an evidence-based practitioner /: theories and skills for becoming an evidence-based practitioner. ([2016])

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Mary C. Ruffolo, University of Michigan, Brian Perron, University of Michigan, Elizabeth Harbeck Voshel, University of Michigan.
• Authors: Ruffolo, Mary Carmel, 1956-; Perron, Brian E; Voshel, Elizabeth H (Elizabeth Harbeck)
• Contents: Chapter 1: An Overview of the Book; What Is Generalist Social Work Practice?; Major Themes in Each Chapter; How This Book Is Organized; Suggestions for the Social Work Student; Suggestions to the Social Work Instructor; Chapter 2: Integrative Themes That Guide Social Work Practice with Individuals, Families, and Small Groups; Definition of Social Work Profession and Principles of the Profession; The Mission of Social Work; Social Justice Lens; Core Theoretical Perspectives; Integrating Conceptual Perspectives; Chapter 3: From Evidence-Based Practice to Evidence-Informed Practice; Defining Evidence-Based Practice (EBP); The Challenges in Using the EBP framework in Social Work; Chapter 4: Professional Values, Ethics, and Professional Use of Self; Professional Social Work Values, Purpose, And Practice Principles; NASW Code of Ethics Standards; Ethical Decision Making; A Closer Look at Self-determination, Informed Consent and Confidentiality, Privileged Communication, and Technology/Social Media Use; Addressing Malpractice and Unethical Behavior; Chapter 5: Engagement and Relationship-Building Skills; Core Values That Guide Engagement and Relationship-Building Efforts in Social Work Practice; Pathways to Services; Approaches That Positively Impact the Engagement Phase; Skill Building That Emphasizes Collaboration to Improve Follow-Through; The Stages of Change Framework; Alliance Building; Chapter 6: Assessment in Social Work With Individuals and Families; Defining Assessment; The Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual History; Key Screening Tools; Trauma Assessments and Mandated Reporting Responsibilities; Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), Cultural Assessment Tools in the DSM-5, and International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10); Chapter 7: Change Planning; What Is Change Planning?; Core Principles of Change Planning; Change Goals; Goal Selection; Goal Specification: A SMART Approach; Intervention Selection; The Written Change Plan; Chapter 8: Core Intervention Skills: Using Cognitive and Behavioral Approaches in Social Work Practice With Individuals, Families, and Groups; The Cognitive Aspect of CBT; Cognitive Restructuring; Behavioral Aspects of CBT; ABC from a Behavioral Standpoint; CBT as an Integrative Framework; Practice of CBT; Structural Features of CBT; Ongoing Professional Development; Chapter 9: Intervention Skills: Using Problem-Solving, Psychoeducational, Needed When Working With Groups; Leading Groups and Understanding Group Development Stages; Chapter 11: Outcome Monitoring; Overview of Outcome Monitoring; Is Outcome Monitoring Research?; General Principles of Outcome Monitoring; Measurement Types and Data Collection; Summarizing Data and Making Inferences; Common Measurement Questions; Chapter 12: Lifelong Learning and Professional Development Over the Life Course; Your Professional Identity; Supervision and Mentorship; Remaining Current With the Research; Licensure; Continuing Education; Professional Social Networks.
• Publisher Details: Los Angeles : SAGE Publications, Inc
• Publication Date: 2016
• Extent: 1 online resource (xi, 265 pages)
• Subjects: 361.32; Evidence-based social work; Social service; Evidence-based social work; Social service
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781483310695; 1483310698; 9781483321042; 1483321045
• Related ISBNs: 9781483379241
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.
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