Monthly Catalog, United States Public Documents
Monthly Catalog, United States Public Documents

Author: United States. Superintendent of Documents

Publisher:

Published: 1938

Total Pages: 1876

ISBN-13:

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February issue includes Appendix entitled Directory of United States Government periodicals and subscription publications; September issue includes List of depository libraries; June and December issues include semiannual index

An Empowering Approach to Managing Social Service Organizations
An Empowering Approach to Managing Social Service Organizations

Author: Donna Hardina, PhD

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 2006-08-30

Total Pages: 462

ISBN-13: 0826138160

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Presenting an empowerment-oriented management approach, this ground-breaking how-to guide covers the most recent innovations and current theories you need to create a successful social service organization. This all-in-one guide to service organization management best practices will help you gain the skills you need to effectively lead and empower your staff. Expert authors provide a comprehensive approach and tackle every important issue related to this complex management field including: Values and ethics Organizational structure Diverse clientele and access to services Barriers to service delivery Cultural competency Fight for social justice Financial resource management Evaluating program outcomes Control of the external environment A must-have reference, An Empowering Approach to Managing Social Service Organizations will help practicing professionals and students on the cusp of leadership improve service delivery to clients, make improvements in workplace conditions, acquire critical resources and retain the leadership power needed to survive in a turbulent social, political and economic environment.

Foundations of Interpersonal Practice in Social Work
Foundations of Interpersonal Practice in Social Work

Author: Brett Seabury

Publisher: SAGE Publications

Published: 2010-10-08

Total Pages: 617

ISBN-13: 1452203598

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This text takes a broad based approach to basic generalist practice methods that emphasize the common elements in working with individuals, families and groups. The goal of the book is to teach social work students how to enhance clients' social functioning by helping them become more proficient in examining, understanding, and resolving clients' social problems. The authors pay special attention to enhancing social justice by working with individuals and families who have been historically oppressed. This edition includes specific integrated coverage of the Council on Social Work Education's (CSWE) latest Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS). Intended Audience This core text is designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the introductory Direct Practice and Generalist Practice courses in BSW and MSW programs of social work.