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Essentials of Social Work Policy Practice
A concise overview of the policy practice information social workers need to advocate for policy changes within an organization and at local, state, and national levels
Given the nature of their work, social workers must understand social problems and the ways social welfare policies are established. Written by a leading expert in social work policy, Essentials of Social Work Policy Practice presents specific tactics for policy practice as well as instructions on how to implement it at several different organizational and government levels.
Focusing on developing skills, Essentials of Social Work Policy Practice is a practical resource that includes step-by-step guidelines for putting a plan into action and working efficiently within a system. Techniques are presented for handling a number of related topics including effective interpersonal communication and participation, utilizing technology and the media in policy practice, creating change within organizations, and many more.
As part of the Essentials of Social Work Practice series, this book is an indispensable resource that offers a concise yet thorough overview of policy practice, numerous tips for best practices, and valuable advice that must be at one's fingertips to practice knowledgeably, effectively, and ethically. Each chapter features numerous callout boxes highlighting key concepts, bulleted points, case examples, and extensive illustrative material, as well as vignettes that promote critical thinking around policy practice planning.
Given the nature of their work, social workers must understand social problems and the ways social welfare policies are established. Written by a leading expert in social work policy, Essentials of Social Work Policy Practice presents specific tactics for policy practice as well as instructions on how to implement it at several different organizational and government levels.
Focusing on developing skills, Essentials of Social Work Policy Practice is a practical resource that includes step-by-step guidelines for putting a plan into action and working efficiently within a system. Techniques are presented for handling a number of related topics including effective interpersonal communication and participation, utilizing technology and the media in policy practice, creating change within organizations, and many more.
As part of the Essentials of Social Work Practice series, this book is an indispensable resource that offers a concise yet thorough overview of policy practice, numerous tips for best practices, and valuable advice that must be at one's fingertips to practice knowledgeably, effectively, and ethically. Each chapter features numerous callout boxes highlighting key concepts, bulleted points, case examples, and extensive illustrative material, as well as vignettes that promote critical thinking around policy practice planning.
224 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2007
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March 26, 2015
2.5 stars
The book had some good information on it. It broke down ways that policy can be created and put into practice that was easy to understand. However, some of the references to technology was outdated (Myspace? Yahoo Email?). Also, some of the suggestions for how to communicate with the community seemed rather amateur-ish. But at the same time it does give one a jumping off point.
The book had some good information on it. It broke down ways that policy can be created and put into practice that was easy to understand. However, some of the references to technology was outdated (Myspace? Yahoo Email?). Also, some of the suggestions for how to communicate with the community seemed rather amateur-ish. But at the same time it does give one a jumping off point.
July 1, 2016
Well written book for effective policy practice. It is interesting, grabs attention and informative. Now only the confidence needed to go out there and do it!
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