Social Work Assessment

At a time of change and review within social care, it is relevant to explore traditional skills, knowledge and values associated with assessment in the context of changing practice. This book introduces and explores assessment in social work in a user-friendly, yet comprehensive way.

The author reviews the interpersonal skills necessary for social work practice, applying them particularly to assessment and outlines fundamental knowledge and theoretical models that can inform assessment. The professional social work value base underpinning assessment and the power balance between assessor and the person being assessed are also taken into consideration.

Author: Ruben Martin

Publisher: Learning Matters

Publication Date: May 11, 2010

Number of Pages: 176 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: 184445293X

ISBN-13: 9781844452934