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Paperback. Quality Matters in Children's Services brings together authoritative research to explore critical concerns for those working with vulnerable children, young people and their families. Mike Stein discusses key issues for policy and practice in the development of quality services. Series Editor(s): Stein, Mike. Series: Quality Matters in Children's Services. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 212 x 11. Weight in Grams: 476.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109266
ISBN
9781843109266
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.96

Paperback. An authoritative text highlighting the key issues affecting young people taking the step from leaving care to adulthood. Covers relevant research, policy and practice, and advises on how best to understand, prepare and support young people. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 151 x 230 x 11. Weight in Grams: 300.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052443
ISBN
9781849052443
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 44.74

Paperback. In this practical book, Mike Titterton offers an innovative model of risk work in health and social care. He argues that a thoughtful risk-taking approach can lead to empowerment and greater independence for vulnerable individuals. He also discusses contemporary definitions of risk, and identifies the essential skills needed by professionals. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 252.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853024825
ISBN
9781853024825
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.25

Paperback. Presenting a look at inner-city youth programs, this book analyses the strategies of community leaders and organizations. It also describes how these leaders create and sustain youth programs in spite of enormous challenges. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSG; JFSP1; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 396.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780787959418
ISBN
9780787959418
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.06

Hardback. This volume examines how organizations advocating on behalf of youth maneuver between grassroots social movements pressing for reform and the established systems of power and authority to improve conditions for youth in urban communities. Num Pages: 232 pages, 9 tables, 2 figures. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JKS; JN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 440.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780804762106
ISBN
9780804762106
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 113.37

Paperback. This volume examines how organizations advocating on behalf of youth maneuver between grassroots social movements pressing for reform and the established systems of power and authority to improve conditions for youth in urban communities. Num Pages: 232 pages, 9 tables, 2 figures. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JKS; JN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 15. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804762113
ISBN
9780804762113
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.35

Hardback. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781783530595
ISBN
9781783530595
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.27

Paperback. A documentary history of welfare policy in the U.S. Editor(s): Mink, Gwendolyn; Solinger, Rickie. Num Pages: 817 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 6452 x 4522 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1435.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
817
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814756546
ISBN
9780814756546
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 35.26

pamphlet. Num Pages: 40 pages. BIC Classification: JKSG; KFFP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 250 x 210 x 2. .
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Spokesman Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
40
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851247717
ISBN
9780851247717
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.40

Paperback. Rather than focusing on specific groups, this book takes a "pancultural" perspective that focuses on the common experiences of refugees and immigrants. The author focuses on empirically-based practice approaches; assessment and intervention techniques that have been scientifically validated. Based on this approach the book presents the "best practice" for each problem area. Num Pages: 504 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFD; JFFN; JKSR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 29. Weight in Grams: 771.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
504
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231115834
ISBN
9780231115834
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.99
€ 39.84

Paperback. Editor(s): Mitchell, Cooper; Parker, Mark E. Num Pages: 125 pages. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 224.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
125
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781622571437
ISBN
9781622571437
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 93.45
€ 65.50

Hardback. Editor(s): Orenstein, Mitchell A. Series: Columbia / SSRC Book (Privatization of Risk). Num Pages: 138 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; KCS; KFFP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 317.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
138
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231146944
ISBN
9780231146944
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 82.81
€ 64.07

Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages, 42 tables. BIC Classification: JKSN; LNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 374.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231146876
ISBN
9780231146876
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 27.52

Paperback. Explores key areas of working with adult survivors of childhood abuse that in the author's experience as a practitioner, trainer, and supervisor are frequent concerns of those working in this field. Series: Questions and Answers for Counsellors and Therapists. Num Pages: 150 pages, index. BIC Classification: JFFE; JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 276.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
150
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861562203
ISBN
9781861562203
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.32

Paperback. Series: Critical American Studies. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 386.
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780816692224
ISBN
9780816692224
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.67

Paperback. Covering all aspects from start to completion, this book can be used to plan many stress-free and successful fundraising activities. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 199 x 10. Weight in Grams: 128.
Publisher
Constable and Robinson
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780716023944
ISBN
9780716023944
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.81

Paperback. Series: Quadrant Book. Num Pages: 280 pages, 31 black and white illustrations and 3 tables. BIC Classification: 1HBE; HBJH; JKSN1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press United States
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780816689170
ISBN
9780816689170
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.51

Paperback. Youth Offending and Youth Justice engages constructively with current policy and practice debates, tackling issues such as the criminalisation and penalisation of youth, sentencer decision-making, the incarceration of young people and the role of public opinion. It also features an applied focus on professional practice. Editor(s): Barry, Monica; McNeill, Fergus. Series Editor(s): Lishman, Joyce. Series: Research Highlights. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; JKVQ2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843106890
ISBN
9781843106890
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.25

Paperback. Revealing the value of parent-infant groups as a way of promoting emotional and physical attunement between parent and infant, this book describes different therapeutic approaches to running antenatal and postnatal groups. With descriptions of the underlying theory, case examples show a broad array of parent-infant groups in action. Editor(s): Celebi, Monika. Num Pages: 248 pages, 1 black and white diagram. BIC Classification: JKS; JMC; MQD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848193116
ISBN
9781848193116
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.65

Paperback. NGOs set out to save lives, relieve suffering, and service basic human needs. In this book, the author dives into the intricacies of the decision-making process at NGOs and uncovers a basic truth: It may be the case that relief agencies try to help people but, in practical terms, the main focus of their work is to produce projects. Num Pages: 240 pages, 14 line drawings, 2 tables. BIC Classification: JKSR; JPWH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 60 x 90 x 15. Weight in Grams: 318.
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226131368
ISBN
9780226131368
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 26.02

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