Management and supervision
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Passionate Supervision
Edited by Robin Shohet
Practitioners working in the helping professions realise the importance of supervision as a space for: reflection; compassionate inquiry; and continuing professional development. This book presents examples of good practice which will help readers to enhance their own supervisory relationships. Learn More2007, Paperback / softback, 8.54in x 6.26in / 217mm x 159mm, 224pp, $25.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-556-52007, Ebook, ePUB, 224pp, $25.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-749-7 -
Enhancing Social Work Management
Theory and Best Practice from the UK and USA
Edited by Jane Aldgate, Lynne Healy, Barris Malcolm, Barbara Pine, Wendy Rose and Janet Seden
This book looks at the nature of management in the human services sector and examines the prevailing issues affecting both the UK and USA. In this book, contributors present both the problems and opportunities associated with the growth of management in the social care sector. This will be essential reading for social workers. Learn More2007, Paperback / softback, 9.09in x 6.06in / 231mm x 154mm, 320pp, $46.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-515-22007, Ebook, PDF, 320pp, $46.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-590-5 -
Partnerships in Social Care
A Handbook for Developing Effective Services
Keith Fletcher
Partnerships in Social Care is a practical handbook for professionals engaged in planning strategic partnerships in health, social care and education services. Designed as a quick reference, the book allows readers to find advice relevant to their particular situation or gain an overview of the themes explored. Learn More2006, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.06in / 232mm x 154mm, 144pp, $36.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-380-62006, Ebook, ePUB, 144pp, $36.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-510-3 -
Surviving Fears in Health and Social Care
The Terrors of Night and the Arrows of Day
Martin Smith
Drawing on powerful first-hand accounts, this book explores the fears experienced when working in child protection, mental health, and with marginalized groups of people, and suggests how these fears can be understood and managed. The author provides helpful suggestions for good practice and training. Learn More2004, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.38in / 232mm x 162mm, 176pp, $36.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-180-22004, Ebook, PDF, 176pp, $36.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-118-1 -
Managing Front Line Practice in Social Care
Edited by Daphne Statham
Written by key figures in the field of social care training and management this book provides practice guidance for front line managers in social care. Refocusing attention on the management of practice and accountability within services, the authors provide a variety of perspectives on how front line managers can support practice. Learn More2003, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.06in / 232mm x 154mm, 176pp, $39.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-886-12003, Ebook, ePUB, 192pp, $39.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-431-1 -
Integrative Approaches to Supervision
Edited by Michael Carroll and Margaret Tholstrup
The contributors to this informative book consider the nature of a supervision and examine the ways in which it can be further defined and developed. Drawing together practical and theoretical perspectives, Integrative Approaches to Supervision examines the contribution that supervision can make within both organisational and individual settings. Learn More2001, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.38in / 232mm x 162mm, 224pp, $39.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-966-02001, Ebook, ePUB, 224pp, $42.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-197-6 -
Systemic Supervision
A Portable Guide for Supervision Training
Gill Gorell Barnes, Gwynneth Down and Damian McCann
Systemic Supervision evaluates the issues involved in implementing and maintaining effective supervisory training within a family therapy practice. The authors outline the UKCP requirements for supervision as interpreted through the Association of Family Therapy Guidelines, and provide an overview of a course designed to cover these requirements. Learn More2000, 128pp -
Innovative Education and Training for Care Professionals
A Provider's Guide
Edited by Rachel Pierce and Jenny Weinstein
The editors have brought together academics, researchers and practitioners, to reflect with them - both positively and critically - on a broad range of contemporary educational developments, thus providing a sound analysis to shape future arrangements for quality professional education and training for care professionals. Learn More1999, 250pp -
Social Work Management and Practice
Systems Principles Second Edition
Andy Bilson and Sue Ross
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. Learn More1999, 192pp -
Practice Teaching - Changing Social Work
Edited by Hilary Lawson
In this authoritative book, practitioners and academics discuss and explore the complex issues that arise in practice teaching. The challenges related to the organisational context of social work, the role of the practice teacher as the pivot between theory and practice and the need to ensure the development of a sound value base are all explored. Learn More1998, 240pp
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