A competency-based approach to generalist social work practice that integrates an anti-oppressive perspective and foundational practice principles.
This textbook aligns with the nine professional social work competencies defined by the Council on Social Work Education's (CSWE) 2022 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) and is fully revised to incorporate the latest updates. It offers a comprehensive, chapter-by-chapter exploration of each competency and covers all areas of social work practice, including theory, ethics, human rights, social justice, and interventions at micro and mezzo levels.The second edition integrates the critical themes of anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI) to ensure future social workers engage thoughtfully and competently in diverse settings.
What's New:
- Explicit focus on generalist social work practice
- Integration of anti-oppressive practice principles throughout
- Alignment with CSWE 2022 EPAS standards
- Combined assessment and intervention across chapters
- Expanded ADEI content in all chapters
Key Features:
- Provides comprehensive coverage of generalist practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities
- Includes case studies, ADEI reflections, QR-linked videos, and chapter summaries
- Students gain competency-based skills to practice ethically, effectively, and inclusively
- Features instructor resources, presentations, discussion questions, and grading rubrics
- Written by experts in generalist social work practice, uniting theory, competencies, and applied learning
Autorentext
John Poulin, PhD, MSW, is a professor emeritus and adjunct professor at Widener University's Center for Social Work Education in Chester, Pennsylvania, currently teaching the foundation field seminar in Widener's online MSW program. In 2016, he retired from Widener University, where he taught generalist practice, research, and policy courses for 32 years.