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Recovery-based support services are now fundamental in mental health service delivery. This book fills a gap, presenting applied knowledge and skills for supporting the recovery journey of people with mental illness within the Aotearoa/New Zealand context. Topics covered include the mental health services in Aotearoa/New Zealand; the role of the mental health support worker; interpersonal/communication skills; approaches to self-management of a mental illness and for planning life’s journey embracing active participation in r... read more

In Clinical Supervision in Aotearoa/New Zealand editor Dianne Wepa has brought together the expertise of a range of experienced educators, researchers and practitioners, to create a text that will be a valuable resource for students, tutors, managers, policy analysts and others involved in the delivery of health care. Key terms and concepts are highlighted at the beginning of each chapter. 'For reflection' sections help the reader to think about and assimilate ideas that have been introduced in the text.Practice examples prov... read more

Fully revised and updated, this is an essential introduction to the latest thinking on progressive social work. It features dedicated mailing and e-mail campaign to social work related media & organisations. "Critical Social Work" starts from the premise that a central goal of social work practice is social change to redress social inequality. Taking a critical theoretical approach, the authors explore the links between personal and social change. They confront the challenges for critical social work in the context of pressures to ... read more

A comprehensive guide for social workers to professional practice with clients with mental health issues.

Social Policy in the Post-Welfare State 3rd edition presents an up-to-date, in-depth discussion of recent developments in social policy in Australia. The text continues the study of social policy from a coherently formulated theoretical perspective, building arguments and discussion points using the latest census data and Australian welfare statistics. It interprets policies and related events and invites readers

Thoroughly revised and updated, the scope of the Third Edition has been broadened to include the literature and theoretical movements that have taken place since the previous edition. Updated web links and expanded appendices provide cutting edge information on action research along with new case studies and examples as well as an expanded section on doing a literature review. Contents: RESEARCH IN PROFESSIONAL AND PUBLIC LIFE The Purposes and Applications of Action Research: Who does action research and why do they do it? Resea... read more

This introductory text offers an important critical framework for understanding how research can, does and should, inform social work practice.This book introduces readers to practical research methods whilst also illustrating the political dimensions of research. It is illustrated throughout with examples from practice. Each chapter contains a summary of the main points, review questions and resources for further reading.Students of social work need to understand the contribution of research, as part of this evidence base, to effe... read more

This successful textbook has been thoroughly updated to include new debates and developments in the theory and practice of anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive social work, including discussion of language, the diversity approach and misinterpretations of PCS analysis. References, reading lists and recommended websites are all carefully revised. This fourth edition continues to offer support, guidance and insight on a complex subject and is an ideal starting point or refresher for students, practitioners and managers alike. C... read more

Whilst assessment has long been central to the counselling process, with the moves towards evidence-based practice and increased regulation, it is taking an increasingly pivotal role in service provision. This text helps clarify the nature and purpose of assessment in counselling. It explores the theoretical underpinnings of assessment across the core therapeutic schools and addresses critical differences in the meanings and importance deferred to it. It should be valuable reading for all trainees as well as for practitioners wishi... read more

This anthology presents contributions from experienced social work practitioners providing an in-depth description of social work roles and functions across a range of fields, reflecting trends and issues in social work practice. It describes current applications of social work practice frameworks and theoretical models. and will go some way towards answering the question "What do social workers actually do?" This book also provides an interesting source of baseline data regarding social work practice at a time of major change in s... read more

In this counselling handbook, the person-centred approach is integrated with the theories and practice of counselling couples and families. The author identifies issues specific to relational counselling and contrasts them with the issues which arise in counselling individuals or non-related groups. The process of relational counselling is explored using the person-centred principles of empathy, congruence, unconditional positive regard, and non-interference with the clients' actualizing tendency. Frequent references are made to th... read more

A unique look at Australian history as seen through the perspective of the influence of alcohol. Extremely readable and well researched-this book shows how the patterns for alcohol use (and abuse) can be traced back to the very early days of white settlement in Australia. Discover what our attitude to alcohol says about who we are.

This book focuses on the social contexts of ageing, looking at the diversity of ageing and older people, and at different factors that are important to experiences of old age and ageing. Contents: Section One: Understanding Ageing. The Basic Concepts 1. Introduction 'What is Old Age?' 2. Theoretical Perspectives on Ageing; 'Why We Grow Old? 3. Methodological Aspects of Studying Age 4. Demographic Perspectives on Ageing: Ageing People in an Ageing World Section Two: Social Institutions and Ageing 5. Ageing in Families 6. Employme... read more

This text provides a comprehensive and critical introduction to the relationship between social policy and social work. It examines a range of social policy sectors as they impact on the work of professionals in the particular fields of social work, social care, community care and residential care. Overarching issues such as the financing, organisation and delivery of welfare services, the relationship between social policy and social divisions, and key stakeholders in service provision are also discussed. It is a useful text for s... read more

Evaluating Practice continues to be the most comprehensive practice evaluation text available. Focusing on single-system designs, Evaluating Practice, 6/e presents clear guidelines on conceptualizing and measuring problems, developing practice-oriented evaluation designs, understanding and analyzing data, and ethical guidelines for practice evaluation. Unsurpassed among human service evaluation texts for bringing clarity to evaluation procedures, Evaluating Practice comes with a free CD-ROM featuring numerous programs, including t... read more

Written by two of the authors from University of Sydney, NSW; this work covers practice skills used in social work and other human service professions across a variety of contexts. First published 2006.

International Social Work: Professional Action in an Interdependent World is a comprehensive introduction that places social work history, practice, policy, and education within an international perspective. Two main themes-- global interdependence and professional action-- are emphasized in this complete examination of an increasingly global profession. The author provides a four-part definition of international social work; emphasizing competence for professional action in international aspects of domestic practice and policy; ... read more

Covers the theory behind disability support, the concept of devaluation, the interface between disability theory and support, compliance issues, quality of life issues, citizenship issues, engaging people with disabilities in meaningful activity, and more. First published September 2005.

Issued for the first time in the subject dictionary range, this is the second edition of what has become an established set text in the field of social works studies (45 out of 96 British universities now run courses on social work). This edition of the "Collins Dictionary of Social Work" includes material on Britain's constantly evolving social landscape, giving concise and comprehensible explanations in jargon-free language of the most important social work terms, and is designed particularly for students in further and... read more

This fourth edition of Veronica Coulshed's classic text has been meticulously revised to reflect the latest changes in social work education. Generic skills and processes such as communication and assessment are discussed alongside models and settings of practice. The relationship between theory, evidence and practice is fully explored throughout, ensuring this remains an ideal introduction for all beginning social work students as well as a handy refresher and companion for practitioners. Review: "The book has always been ... read more