This extensively revised edition reviews the latest research and
practices in forensic social work. Readers learn to integrate
socio-legal knowledge when working with diverse populations in a
variety of settings. Noted interdisciplinary contributors review
the most common forensic issues encountered in the field to better
prepare readers to deal with the resulting financial,
psychological, emotional, and legal ramifications. Using a human
rights and social justice approach, the book demonstrates the use
of a forensic lens when working with individuals, families,
organizations, and communities who struggle with social justice
issues. Each chapter features objectives, competencies, Voices from
the Field, a summary, exercises, and additional resources.
Features: Highlights working with various populations such as
minorities, immigrants, veterans, the elderly, LGBTQ persons,
persons with disabilities, substance abusers, trauma survivors, and
more. Reviews the field's conceptual and historical foundation and
pertinent laws to better prepare readers for professional practice
(Part 1). Introduces the most common forensic issues encountered
when working in various settings including health care, social and
protective services, the child welfare system, the criminal justice
system, school systems, immigration services, addiction treatment
facilities, and more (Part 2). Provides a wealth of practical
guidance via case studies and interviewing, assessment, and
intervention tips. Voices from the Field written by seasoned
practitioners introduce common situations readers are likely to
encounter. New to this Edition: Highlights the 2015 Council on
Social Work Education's (CSWE) Policies and Accreditation Standards
throughout the text. Greatly expanded coverage from 26 to 32
chapters with more on healthcare, housing, employment, the juvenile
and criminal justice system, adult protective services, and the
dynamics of oppression. New Part dedicated to the skills that must
be mastered by forensic social workers including evidence-based
assessments and interventions, forensic interviewing, expert
testimonies, case and policy advocacy, program development, and
research and evaluation (Part 3). Highlights the latest
interventions including trauma informed and restorative justice
practices. Updated content related to the DSM-5 and healthcare
reform. Reflects the latest immigration policies, criminal justice
reform, the Violence Against Women Act, and the Older Americans
Act. More instructor resources including sample syllabi, Power
Points, interviewing, evaluation, and assessment forms and
checklists. Ideal for MSW and BSW courses in forensic social work
as well as forensic/legal courses taught in criminal justice and
psychology, practitioners working in a variety of settings who must
This extensively revised edition reviews the latest research and
practices in forensic social work. Readers learn to integrate
socio-legal knowledge when working with diverse populations in a
variety of settings. Noted interdisciplinary contributors review
the most common forensic issues encountered in the field to better
prepare readers to deal with the resulting financial,
psychological, emotional, and legal ramifications. Using a human
rights and social justice approach, the book demonstrates the use
of a forensic lens when working with individuals, families,
organizations, and communities who struggle with social justice
issues. Each chapter features objectives, competencies, Voices from
the Field, a summary, exercises, and additional resources.
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