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Social Work Practice in the Criminal Justice System (Paperback, 2nd edition) Loot Price: R1,122
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Social Work Practice in the Criminal Justice System (Paperback, 2nd edition): George Patterson

Social Work Practice in the Criminal Justice System (Paperback, 2nd edition)

George Patterson

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Social Work Practice in the Criminal Justice System presents an overview of the criminal justice system for social workers, exploring the networks and institutions which comprise it. Integrating social work ethics and a commitment to social justice, this textbook explores social work practice roles to address social problems within the criminal justice system and promotes the development of knowledge, skills, and critical reflection in this increasingly important area of practice. In addition to covering the four key areas for social work practice - law enforcement, courts, corrections, and legislation, it covers police social work and forensic social work. This second edition has been updated to include: The opioid crisis and opioid courts Separate chapters describing special populations and contemporary issues in the criminal justice system Expanded criminal justice perspectives and theoretical frameworks. Examining the challenges and opportunities of social work practice in the criminal justice system, this is the ideal text for social work instructors, students, and practitioners working with or within the criminal justice system. Each chapter includes a summary of social work practice implications, key terms, and suggestions for further reading.

General

Imprint: Routledge
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: December 2019
First published: 2020
Authors: George Patterson
Dimensions: 246 x 174 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 222
Edition: 2nd edition
ISBN-13: 978-0-367-23042-5
Categories: Books > Law > Laws of other jurisdictions & general law > Criminal law
Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social work > General
LSN: 0-367-23042-9
Barcode: 9780367230425

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