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Social welfare & social services
Hardback. In this era of "devolution" the American federal government has been increasingly removed from the provision of services and support to vulnerable populations. This book presents a framework for understanding the impact of these developments on the practice of social work. Num Pages: 403 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 3895 x 5830 x 27. Weight in Grams: 687.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Fordham University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 403
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780823220809
- ISBN
- 9780823220809
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 112.23
€ 112.23
Hardback. Num Pages: 432 pages, 2 recorded music items. BIC Classification: JFFG; JFFH; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 5 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231135801
- ISBN
- 9780231135801
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 181.96
€ 181.96
Hardback. After introducing the concepts of negligence, malpractice and liability, this text turns to the subject of risk management. It describes a wide variety of problems from privacy to fraud and deception, and concludes with practical suggestions for social workers named as defendents in lawsuits. Num Pages: 344 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN; LAY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 165 x 19. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231127202
- ISBN
- 9780231127202
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 164.04
€ 164.04
Paperback. The second edition of this key text renews its challenge to the established social work culture of managerialism and effectiveness, arguing that existing social work provision can fail the people it aims to support and protect. The authors apply the latest systems principles to the practice and management of social work. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 11. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 2 Sub
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853023880
- ISBN
- 9781853023880
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.57
€ 53.57
Hardcover. This book describes the local and national politics, professional concerns and public interest that surrounded the inquiry following the death of Maria Colwell in 1973. Series: BASW/Policy Press Titles. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847428684
- ISBN
- 9781847428684
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 102.95
€ 102.95
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847428677
- ISBN
- 9781847428677
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 38.58
€ 40.99
€ 38.58
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Open University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780335262847
- ISBN
- 9780335262847
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.22
€ 42.22
Paperback. A concise introduction to the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability, this book covers the key topics including changing definitions, core tasks in working with clients and the values of participation and inclusion. Illustrated with numerous case studies, it is an essential resource. Series: Practical Social Work Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, 6 figures. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 2009th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230521667
- ISBN
- 9780230521667
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 37.95
€ 45.99
€ 37.95
Paperback. The authors outline the historical and emerging trends in the field of medical social work, from end-of-life and palliative care to the role of the social worker and health disparities. Num Pages: 536 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 189 x 25. Weight in Grams: 810.
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications Inc
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781483353203
- ISBN
- 9781483353203
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 155.93
€ 155.93
Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages, 6 black & white tables. BIC Classification: JKSN; JKVQ1; LNF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 174 x 14. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415781169
- ISBN
- 9780415781169
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 42.06
€ 50.99
€ 42.06
Hardback. Editor(s): Fortune, Anne E.; McCallion, Philip; Briar-Lawson, Katharine. Num Pages: 336 pages, 4 illus., 5 tables. BIC Classification: JHB; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 24. Weight in Grams: 778.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231142144
- ISBN
- 9780231142144
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 80.69€ 61.86
€ 80.69
€ 61.86
Paperback. Social workers looking to provide competent practice with African American families may be more effective by using a new strengths-based approach from an intergenerational perspective. This book presents a comprehensive look at this approach to view, assess, and provide services to multigenerational families and communities. Editor(s): Waites, Cheryl. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Inc
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780789033925
- ISBN
- 9780789033925
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 90.20
€ 90.20
Paperback. Many nursing home residents experience physical and/or cognitive debilitation and increased dependence as older adults, and cultural and situational differences create variations in how these changes are experienced and addressed. This volume touches upon these areas and provides a comprehensive examination of cultural and practice phenomena. Editor(s): Kolb, Patricia. Num Pages: 276 pages, 4 tables. BIC Classification: JKSG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 14. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231125338
- ISBN
- 9780231125338
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 27.60
€ 37.99
€ 27.60
Hardback. This text emphasizes family-centred social networks and school-based interventions in the preparation of social workers for practice with vulnerable clients. The conclusion evaluates practice and service delivery, including the impact of welfare reform and managed care. Series: Foundations of Social Work Knowledge Series. Num Pages: 351 pages, 2 figures. BIC Classification: JHBK; JKSB; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 27. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 351
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231107662
- ISBN
- 9780231107662
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.11
€ 118.11
Paperback. With contributions from the leading scholars in social work, this edited text provides a solid theory-to-practice foundation on the topics of mezzo (group) practice and macro (community and organizations) practice. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 191 x 15. Weight in Grams: 514.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118176955
- ISBN
- 9781118176955
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.63
€ 62.63
Hardback. Balgopal and contributors explore ideas and skills that help human service workers, social workers, helping professionals, and policymakers deepen their understanding of newly arrived immigrants and refugees. Editor(s): Balgopal, Pallassana R. Series: Foundations of Social Work Knowledge Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFD; JFFN; JFS; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231108560
- ISBN
- 9780231108560
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.67€ 89.80
€ 118.67
€ 89.80
Paperback. Balgopal and contributors explore ideas and skills that help human service workers, social workers, helping professionals, and policymakers deepen their understanding of newly arrived immigrants and refugees. Editor(s): Balgopal, Pallassana R. Series: Foundations of Social Work Knowledge Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, map. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFD; JFFN; JFS; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 162 x 15. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231108577
- ISBN
- 9780231108577
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 33.49
€ 46.99
€ 33.49
Paperback. Taking a lifespan approach, this book gathers the top scholars in social work practice to create a resource that presents practice skills and interventions for working with individuals, children, and families. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 191 x 17. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Number of pages
- 314
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118176979
- ISBN
- 9781118176979
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.61
€ 74.61
Paperback. Editor(s): Furman, Rich. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 226 x 15. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780190616496
- ISBN
- 9780190616496
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 97.46
€ 97.46
Hardback. Num Pages: 320 pages, 2 illus. BIC Classification: JFSJ2; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231143806
- ISBN
- 9780231143806
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.67€ 90.10
€ 118.67
€ 90.10