An introduction to performance management for social workers

'The world is never how it should be or how we want it to be, but this book helps in getting through.'Chris Yuill, Lecturer of Sociology, Robert Gordon University

Split into three parts, this book considers what is meant by disadvantage and marginalisation, how this can come about and the impact this may have on lives, before unpicking the key knowledge and skills needed to practice effectively with individuals and groups.

Community-Based Corrections covers the necessary topics in community corrections enriched with edited articles taken from current research literature. This unique text/reader format presents a more practical viewpoint than other texts on the market. The authors' expertise with both special needs populations and in the comparative field give the book a unique perspective.

Provides an overview of the field of policing, and includes a collection of carefully selected classic and contemporary articles that have previously appeared in leading journals, along with original material in a mini-chapter format that contextualizes the concepts.

This book provides social work students with a clear and accessible guide to the process of conducting a literature review, giving them the skills, confidence and knowledge required to produce their own successful review.

As well as using concept maps, mind maps and other visual techniques used to consider theory-based inquiry, this text combines an exploration of the core elements of 'theory' with relevant theoretical examples drawn from biology, psychology, sociology, critical traditions, and integrative efforts.

The authors outline the historical and emerging trends in the field of medical social work, from end-of-life and palliative care to the role of the social worker and health disparities.

The go-to resource for supporting students through difficulties they may face when completing their studies online.

Provides law enforcement professionals with a comprehensive, easy-to-follow model designed specifically to improve communications with victims, witnesses, subjects, and other members of the public.