School Social Work

A Skills-Based Competency Approach

School Social Work
JoDee Keller, Giesela Grumbach
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Paperback
h254 x 178mm - 400pg
28 Feb 2022 US
9780826163950
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Informed by a social justice approach, this user-friendly text for social work students provides a comprehensive introduction to contemporary school social work practice structured around the 2022 CSWE EPAS Competencies. With a focus on skills development, this innovative text is competency-based and encompasses professionalism, cross-disciplinary collaboration, research applications, theoretical foundations, policies, engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation. Following a brief historical overview and introduction to the discipline, the book delves into school social work practice and delivers timely content regarding professional identity, supervision, anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Practice knowledge is examined through social work theory, evidence-informed practice, use of data, and policies regarding school, children, and families. The text addresses the full range of client engagement, service provision, the multi-tiered system of supports, trauma-based practices, social emotional learning, termination, and transition-planning. An instructor' s manual, sample syllabus, and PowerPoints accompany each chapter. Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers. Key Features:Organizes content by the CSWE professional competenciesProvides case scenarios and practitioner spotlights in each chapter to illuminate the varied roles and responsibilities of school social workersIncludes skill-development activities, additional resources, and reflection boxes to foster understanding and creative thinkingDelivers a comprehensive focus covering policy, practice, and theoryAddresses the full range of client engagement and service provisionIncorporates contemporary issues relevant to school practice (MTSS, SEL, IDEA, ESSA)Views the discipline through a decolonial lens and acknowledges structural racism in the school system
JoDee Keller has been teaching in the baccalaureate social work program at Pacific Lutheran University for over 30 years, where she has served in a variety of roles, including department chair, program director, and field experience coordinator. Giesela Grumbach is a social work scholar and teacher. She primarily teaches advanced level MSW practice as well as school social work practice and policy courses. At Governors State University Dr. Grumbach coordinates the school social work specialization.
Status: Active
ISBN-13: 9780826163950
Published: 28 Feb 2022
Published In: United States
Imprint: Springer Publishing Co Inc
Publisher: Springer Publishing Co Inc
Format: Paperback
Height: 254mm
Width: 178mm
Pages: 400

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