Working with Risk

Working with RiskNote: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW ISBN: 9780745651989 Year: 2013 Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK) Pages: 176 Description: Navigating the complexities of risk is a vital skill, especially for social workers. 'Working with Risk' delves deep into effective risk assessment and management, offering insights that are essential for both

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745651989
Year: 2013
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 176

Description:
Navigating the complexities of risk is a vital skill, especially for social workers. 'Working with Risk' delves deep into effective risk assessment and management, offering insights that are essential for both students and seasoned professionals. This practical guide emphasizes the importance of developing robust communication, assessment, and decision-making skills necessary for managing risk in social work settings such as community care, adult services, child protection, and mental health.

Through a series of engaging case studies, this book illustrates real-life applications of theoretical concepts, enabling social workers to refine their skills and enhance their confidence. It also addresses the ethical dilemmas faced in high-stakes situations, offering practical tips for creating effective risk management plans.

Moreover, 'Working with Risk' acknowledges the emotional toll of dealing with challenging scenarios, featuring a dedicated chapter on self-management techniques for social workers. Written in an accessible, reader-friendly style, this innovative resource is indispensable for anyone seeking to improve their risk management capabilities and ensure best practices in social service.

Don’t miss out on this essential guide that perfectly balances theory with practical advice for handling risk in social work, helping you thrive in your challenging yet rewarding profession.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745651989
Year: 2013
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 176


Description:
Assessing and managing risk is a daily challenge for social workers. Working with risk can be anxiety provoking and demanding, requiring great skill and high levels of confidence. In these complex situations, social workers have to work hard to get the balance right. This innovative book focuses on the development and use of skills for work with risk. Using a range of case studies, examples and reflective exercises, the authors examine the key skills required to work effectively with risk. Various chapters focus on assessment skills, gathering and evaluation of information, decision-making challenges, and ethical issues. Recognising the difficulties presented in the context of busy statutory work, there is a strong focus on practical skills and tips for improving risk management plans. The book also pays careful attention to the emotional impact of working with risk, with a final chapter on the management of self in the challenging and sometimes distressing world of social work.


Written in a reader-friendly, accessible style, the book will be essential reading for students and staff across a range of social work settings, including community care, adult services, child protection and mental health.