Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability: Working to Support Change by C

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Read this book to gain an understanding of the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability and the opportunities which this work offers for multidisciplinary collaboration for social change.

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Read this book to gain an understanding of the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability and the opportunities which this work offers for multidisciplinary collaboration for social change. Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability identifies and discusses:? the changing definitions of intellectual disability, also called 'learning disability'? the theory and practice of working with people with intellectual disabilities and their families? the core tasks of assessment, planning, monitoring and review? the values of participation and inclusion in action Illustrated with numerous case studies, discussion points and clear explanations, this addition to the Practical Social Work Series is an indispensable resource. It is ideally suited both for the continued professional development of qualified practitioners, and for pre-qualifying students new to the area.

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Introduction to the knowledge, values and skills required for effective social work practice.

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Read this book to gain an understanding of the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability and the opportunities which this work offers for multidisciplinary collaboration for social change. Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability identifies and discusses: the changing definitions of intellectual disability, also called 'learning disability' the theory and practice of working with people with intellectual disabilities and their families the core tasks of assessment, planning, monitoring and review the values of participation and inclusion in action Illustrated with numerous case studies, discussion points and clear explanations, this addition to the Practical Social Work Series is an indispensable resource. It is ideally suited both for the continued professional development of qualified practitioners, and for pre-qualifying students new to the area.

Author Biography

CHRISTINE BIGBY is Professor in the School of Social Work and Social Policy, La Trobe University, Australia. She qualified in the UK and then worked in intellectual disability services in Australia. Since 1996 she has been researching policy issues and the practice of working with people with intellectual disabilities. She is the Editor of Australian Social Work, the author of three previous books and numerous journal articles and book chapters. PATSIE FRAWLEY has a PhD from the School of Social Work and Social Policy at La Trobe University, Australia. Patsie trained as a teacher and has worked extensively in the field of intellectual disability as a researcher, educator, policy advisor and self advocate supporter.

Table of Contents

Understanding Intellectual Disability.- The Social Problem of Intellectual Disability.- Services to Support People with Intellectual Disability.- Working With Individuals to Assess and Plan Support: Initial Steps.- Planning, Dilemma's and Decision Making.- Activism, Advocacy and Self Advocacy.- Implementing Policies for Social Inclusion.- References.

Review

'It is essential reading not only for students studying in this area, but also for the wider groups of people concerned with the well-being of those living with intellectual disabilities. It is a must for inclusion in people's libraries!'- Dr Marie Knox, Senior Lecturer, Social Work and Human Services, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology, Australia 'The book handles the historical and policy context particularly well within an approach based on social exclusion and advancing rights whilst criticising the rhetorical and loose reference to rights within government policy formulation and articulation.' Oxford Journals

Long Description

Read this book to gain an understanding of the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability and the opportunities which this work offers for multidisciplinary collaboration for social change. Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability identifies and discusses: the changing definitions of intellectual disability, also called 'learning disability' the theory and practice of working with people with intellectual disabilities and their families the core tasks of assessment, planning, monitoring and review the values of participation and inclusion in action Illustrated with numerous case studies, discussion points and clear explanations, this addition to the Practical Social Work Series is an indispensable resource. It is ideally suited both for the continued professional development of qualified practitioners, and for pre-qualifying students new to the area.

Review Quote

'It is essential reading not only for students studying in this area, but also for the wider groups of people concerned with the well-being of those living with intellectual disabilities. It is a must for inclusion in people's libraries!'- Dr Marie Knox, Senior Lecturer, Social Work and Human Services, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology, Australia

Feature

Part of the bestselling Practical Social Work Series, co-published with the British Association of Social Workers Explores the changing definitions of intellectual disability, also called 'learning disability Illustrated with numerous case studies, discussion points and clear explanation Provides expert coverage of an ever growing area of practice and study and key area of social work practice

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This brand new BASW title is a concise introduction to the knowledge, values and skills required for effective social work practice in the field of intellectual disability

Details ISBN0230521665 Author Patsie Frawley Short Title SOCIAL WORK PRAC & INTELLECTUA Pages 224 Series Practical Social Work Language English ISBN-10 0230521665 ISBN-13 9780230521667 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2009 Publication Date 2009-10-31 Subtitle Working to Support Change Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 362.3 Place of Publication Basingstoke Publisher Palgrave MacMillan Illustrations 224 p. Imprint Red Globe Press DOI 10.1007/978-1-137-05177-6 Edited by Campling, Jo UK Release Date 2009-10-23 NZ Release Date 2009-10-23 AU Release Date 2009-10-22 We've got this

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