Social Work and the Law in Scotland (Paperback, 2nd ed. 2010)

Effective social work practice relies on good understanding of the law along with the skills to use this knowledge well. This essential book provides a wide-ranging thematic account of social work practice in Scotland, making critical links between concepts, the contexts of practice and first-hand experiences of Scottish social work law. The book covers important subjects such as: Service user and carer rights Legal and social work values Accountability Effective assessment Safeguarding, risk and protection Youth and adult criminal justice Partnership, participation and advocacy Delivery of personalised services Social Work and the Law in Scotland is core reading for all those undertaking academic study or professional practice within the field. It is also a key resource for anyone looking to update their knowledge on the nature and development of the ever-evolving legislative landscape of Scotland.

General

Imprint:	Red Globe Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2010
First published:	2011
Authors:	Roger Davis • Jean Gordon
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	240
Edition:	2nd ed. 2010
ISBN-13:	978-0-230-27631-4
Categories:	Books > Law > Other areas of law > Law as it applies to other professions Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social work > General Books > Law > Laws of other jurisdictions & general law > Social law > General Books > Law > Laws of other jurisdictions & general law > Private, property, family law > Family law Promotions
LSN:	0-230-27631-8
Barcode:	9780230276314

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