Part of the "New Directions in Social Work" series, this text helps translate the guiding theoretical perspectives of social justice, human rights, and critical social construction into purposeful social work practice.

The second of five books in McGraw-Hill's new series "New Directions in Social Work", this text helps translate the guiding theoretical perspectives of social justice, human rights, and critical social construction into purposeful social work practice. Each new copy of the text is packaged free with a companion interactive CD-ROM offering case studies based on actual practice situations, as well as a concise ethics primer!

Understanding Social Work PracticeExploring the Practice PurposeApplying Values and Ethics to PracticeEngaging in Relationship: Making the ConnectionAssessing and Planning: Deepening the DialogueIntervening in Context: Initiating the PlanSocial Work with Groups: Tapping the Power of ConnectionExploring the Family StoryWorking in and with the OrganizationWorking in and with the CommunityNegotiating Troubling ContextsEnding the Work, Consolidating the Gains, and Evaluating PracticeReferences<
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