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Learn what it takes to work in social work
How do we make meaningful change in the world? Where do we start? How do we know what we're doing is working or making a difference? The art and science of helping are what social work practice is all about. This book helps you understand the incredible scope of the social work profession and how you can have a fascinating, life-fulfilling career. It tackles problems through the lens of social work and helps you understand how you can be an agent of change. It clarifies important social justice topics, as well as areas where you can specialize in social work practices, such as mental health, trauma, community organizing, international social work, and leadership. In addition to exposing to you to the areas of social work practice, this book gives you tips on how to be successful in your role, manage stress, prevent burnout, and become a leader in the field.
Inside...
Debunking myths about social work practice and social workers Finding social work roles and jobs that align with your values and have high social justice impact Choosing a specialized social work area Getting the right degree Empowering vulnerable people Dealing with tough situations Advancing in your career Doing international social workLearn what it takes to work in social work
How do we make meaningful change in the world? Where do we start? How do we know what we're doing is working or making a difference? The art and science of helping are what social work practice is all about. This book helps you understand the incredible scope of the social work profession and how you can have a fascinating, life-fulfilling career. It tackles problems through the lens of social work and helps you understand how you can be an agent of change. It clarifies important social justice topics, as well as areas where you can specialize in social work practices, such as mental health, trauma, community organizing, international social work, and leadership. In addition to exposing to you to the areas of social work practice, this book gives you tips on how to be successful in your role, manage stress, prevent burnout, and become a leader in the field.
Inside...
Debunking myths about social work practice and social workers Finding social work roles and jobs that align with your values and have high social justice impact Choosing a specialized social work area Getting the right degree Empowering vulnerable people Dealing with tough situations Advancing in your career Doing international social workDr. Yodit Betru, a licensed clinical social worker, has practiced in various settings, including schools, shelters, jails, child welfare agencies, and private and public mental health agencies. Currently, she's a college professor and director of the master of social work program at the University of Pittsburgh, specializing in trauma, race-based stress, and homelessness. She maintains a small private counseling practice and serves on the boards of community organizations aiding women, children, and families.
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with Social Work 5
Chapter 1: Seeing What Social Work Is All About 7
Chapter 2: Studying for a Career in Social Work and Choosing a Specialty 25
Chapter 3: Looking at the Helping Side of Social Work 47
Chapter 4: Navigating Race, Class, and Inequality Issues 67
Chapter 5: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Individuals 87
Chapter 6: Empowering Other Vulnerable Populations 105
Part 2: Exploring the Various Specialties in Social Work 127
Chapter 7: Assisting with Mental Health and Wellness 129
Chapter 8: Providing Trauma-Informed Care 149
Chapter 9: Helping People Overcome Substance Use and Addiction 171
Chapter 10: Adding Support in Health-Care Settings 197
Chapter 11: Working with Kids in Schools 211
Chapter 12: Community Organizing, Development, and Activism 235
Chapter 13: Enhancing Leadership Roles in Organizations 253
Chapter 14: Going Broad with Global Social Work 267
Part 3: Life in the Trenches 287
Chapter 15: Starting Your Life as a Social Worker 289
Chapter 16: Facing Tough Situations 303
Chapter 17: Exploring Professional Development 321
Part 4: The Part of Tens 333
Chapter 18: Ten Famous, Fabulous Social Workers 335
Chapter 19: Ten Jobs You Didn't Know Social Workers Could Do 341
Chapter 20: Ten Ways You Can Take Care of Yourself as a Social Worker 347
Index 357
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Genre: | Importe |
| Rubrik: | Ratgeber |
| Thema: | Briefe, Bewerbungen, Wiss. Arbeiten, Rhetorik |
| Medium: | Taschenbuch |
| Inhalt: | Introduction 1Part 1: Getting Started with Social Work 5Chapter 1: Seeing What Social Work Is All About 7Chapter 2: Studying for a Career in Social Work and Choosing a Specialty 25Chapter 3: Looking at the Helping Side of Social Work 47Chapter 4: Navigat |
| ISBN-13: | 9781394200870 |
| ISBN-10: | 1394200870 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Autor: | Betru, Yodit |
| Hersteller: | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Verantwortliche Person für die EU: | preigu, Ansas Meyer, Lengericher Landstr. 19, D-49078 Osnabrück, mail@preigu.de |
| Maße: | 187 x 235 x 24 mm |
| Von/Mit: | Yodit Betru |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 01.01.2024 |
| Gewicht: | 0,728 kg |
Dr. Yodit Betru, a licensed clinical social worker, has practiced in various settings, including schools, shelters, jails, child welfare agencies, and private and public mental health agencies. Currently, she's a college professor and director of the master of social work program at the University of Pittsburgh, specializing in trauma, race-based stress, and homelessness. She maintains a small private counseling practice and serves on the boards of community organizations aiding women, children, and families.
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with Social Work 5
Chapter 1: Seeing What Social Work Is All About 7
Chapter 2: Studying for a Career in Social Work and Choosing a Specialty 25
Chapter 3: Looking at the Helping Side of Social Work 47
Chapter 4: Navigating Race, Class, and Inequality Issues 67
Chapter 5: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Individuals 87
Chapter 6: Empowering Other Vulnerable Populations 105
Part 2: Exploring the Various Specialties in Social Work 127
Chapter 7: Assisting with Mental Health and Wellness 129
Chapter 8: Providing Trauma-Informed Care 149
Chapter 9: Helping People Overcome Substance Use and Addiction 171
Chapter 10: Adding Support in Health-Care Settings 197
Chapter 11: Working with Kids in Schools 211
Chapter 12: Community Organizing, Development, and Activism 235
Chapter 13: Enhancing Leadership Roles in Organizations 253
Chapter 14: Going Broad with Global Social Work 267
Part 3: Life in the Trenches 287
Chapter 15: Starting Your Life as a Social Worker 289
Chapter 16: Facing Tough Situations 303
Chapter 17: Exploring Professional Development 321
Part 4: The Part of Tens 333
Chapter 18: Ten Famous, Fabulous Social Workers 335
Chapter 19: Ten Jobs You Didn't Know Social Workers Could Do 341
Chapter 20: Ten Ways You Can Take Care of Yourself as a Social Worker 347
Index 357
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Genre: | Importe |
| Rubrik: | Ratgeber |
| Thema: | Briefe, Bewerbungen, Wiss. Arbeiten, Rhetorik |
| Medium: | Taschenbuch |
| Inhalt: | Introduction 1Part 1: Getting Started with Social Work 5Chapter 1: Seeing What Social Work Is All About 7Chapter 2: Studying for a Career in Social Work and Choosing a Specialty 25Chapter 3: Looking at the Helping Side of Social Work 47Chapter 4: Navigat |
| ISBN-13: | 9781394200870 |
| ISBN-10: | 1394200870 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Autor: | Betru, Yodit |
| Hersteller: | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Verantwortliche Person für die EU: | preigu, Ansas Meyer, Lengericher Landstr. 19, D-49078 Osnabrück, mail@preigu.de |
| Maße: | 187 x 235 x 24 mm |
| Von/Mit: | Yodit Betru |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 01.01.2024 |
| Gewicht: | 0,728 kg |
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