{"product_id":"introduction-to-competencebased-social-work-the-profession-of-caring-knowing-and-serving-9780190923037","title":"Introduction to CompetenceBased Social Work The","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you looking for a textbook that gives an engaging introduction to competency based social work, this is the text. The plethora of case studies with corresponding questions brings the content to life. Students will gain a basic understanding of the field with opportunities to wrestle with key concepts through discussion questions and personal reflection. Sherr and Jones authored a well-written text addressing the policies and standards of the social work education accrediting body. * Christine Fulmer, Liberty University *\u003cbr\u003eThis important text will be of interest to anyone considering a career in the social work profession. * David R. Hodge, ASU *\u003cbr\u003eDrs. Sherr and Jones focus on two key elements of the profession: professional identity, 'why we do' and the methods of social work, 'what we do.' The use of case-based learning to introduce the students to multiple facets of social work and the core competencies of the profession brings the field of social work alive for students. The additional learning tools at the end of each chapter and the online supplements make this an easy to use text for students and faculty alike. The authors are able to provide a historical context while bringing in current issues that the profession needs to address. The variety and volume of cases lend themselves to the use of multiple teaching methods within the classroom. This text is engaging and relevant to any student considering social work as a vocation. * Clifford Rosenbohm, George Fox University *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContents List of Case Vignettes  Preface   PART I: WHAT IS SOCIAL WORK AND WHAT DO SOCIAL WORKERS DO?  Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: What Is Social Work?  Chapter 3: What Is Competence-Based Social Work?  Chapter 4: What Do Competent Social Workers Do?   PART II: THE PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY OF SOCIAL WORKERS  Chapter 5: Developing the Personal Self-Awareness for Professional Social Work  Chapter 6: Developing the Professional Identity for Social Work  Chapter 7: The Historical Emergence of Social Work as a Profession  Chapter 8: Ethical Social Work Practice  Chapter 9: Human Rights and Justice  Chapter 10: Diversity in Practice  Chapter 11: The Dimensions of Diversity  Chapter 12: Critical Thinking   PART III: METHOD OF PRACTICE AND WHERE WE WORK  Chapter 13: The Generalist Method of Practice: Engage, Assess, Intervene, and Evaluate  Chapter 14: The Fields of Social Work Practice   Index","brand":"Oxford University Press Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49524561772887,"sku":"9780190923037","price":64.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780190923037.jpg?v=1731857268","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/introduction-to-competencebased-social-work-the-profession-of-caring-knowing-and-serving-9780190923037","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}