Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice (ePub)

The social worker's guide to integrating theory and practice

Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice
teaches aspiring social workers how to apply theory in real world
practice. Fully aligned with the Council on Social Work Education's
2015 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards, the book links
theory to practice with clear, concise instruction including a
discussion of evidence-based practice. Twelve commonly-used
theories are thoroughly explained, with discussion of the strengths
and limitations of each, and applied to real work with individuals,
groups, families, communities, and organizations. The book includes
case studies and first-person contributions from practicing social
workers to illustrate the real-world scenarios in which different
concepts apply. Critical thinking questions help students
strengthen their understanding of the ideas presented. Tools
including a test bank, PowerPoint slides, and an instructor's
manual are available to facilitate classroom use, providing a
single-volume guide to the entire helping process, from engagement
to termination.

Practice is a core foundational course for future social
workers, but many practice texts focus on skills while neglecting
the theoretical basis for social work. Applying Theory to
Generalist Social Work Practice fills that gap by covering both
skills and theory in a single text.

* Examines the applications of prevailing social theories

* Covers the most common theories used in micro, mezzo, and macro
practice

* Helps readers understand well-established approaches like
strengths perspective, humanistic and client-centered,
task-centered, and solution-focused brief therapy

* Shows how to apply major theories including ecological/system,
cognitive/behavioral, conflict, empowerment, narrative, crisis,
critical, and feminist

An effective social worker recognizes the link between theory
and practice, and how the two inform each other to culminate in the
most effective intervention and most positive outcome for the
client. Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice
provides students with a roadmap to the full integration of
philosophy and application in social work.