Generalist Social Work Practice: An Empowering Approach, 9th edition

Published by Pearson (May 22, 2021) © 2022

  • Karla Krogsrud Miley Black Hawk College
  • Michael W. O'Melia St. Ambrose University Professor Emerita
  • Brenda Dubois St. Ambrose University, Late Professor Emerita

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ISBN-13: 9780135868836 (2021 update)
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Generalist Social Work provides a foundation for understanding empowerment-oriented generalist social work. It frames a progressive approach that is grounded in social work research. The approach is also sensitive to client diversity. The text details specific strategies and solution-oriented processes for generalist social workers. These strategies guide clients through the phases of dialogue, discovery, and development.

The 9th Edition incorporates contemporary trends in social work. The trends include expanded coverage of the biological influences on behavior and trauma-informed practice. The text helps you construct an empowering helping relationship. New case scenarios allow you to apply your knowledge to realistic situations.

PART I: SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE PERSPECTIVES

  1. Generalist Social Work Practice
  2. Human System Perspectives
  3. Values and Multicultural Competence
  4. Strengths and Empowerment
  5. An Empowering Approach to Generalist Practice

PART II: ENGAGEMENT: THE DIALOGUE PHASE

  1. Engagement: Forming Partnerships
  2. Engagement: Articulating Situations
  3. Engagement: Defining Directions

PART III: ASSESSMENT: THE DISCOVERY PHASE

  1. Assessment: Identifying Strengths
  2. Assessment: Assessing Resource Capabilities
  3. Assessment: Framing Solutions

PART IV: INTERVENTION AND EVALUATION: THE DEVELOPMENT PHASE

  1. Intervention: Activating Resources
  2. Intervention: Creating Alliances
  3. Intervention: Expanding Opportunities
  4. Evaluation: Recognizing Success
  5. Intervention: Integrating Gains

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