Developing Evidence-Based Generalist Practice Skills

Name: Developing Evidence-Based Generalist Practice Skills
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ISBN: 9781118176962

ISBN-10: 1118176960

ISBN-13: 9781118176962

Edition: 2013

Authors: Bruce A. Thyer, Catherine N. Dulmus, Karen M. Sowers

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Gathering together the top scholars in social work practice, Dulmus and Sowers have created a resource that covers generalist practice skills appropriate for students and practitioners. The book begins by stressing the importance of evidence-based practice and covers key areas from intake through intervention and termination. Each chapter covers the theoretical basis for each type of practice as well as the practice implications for social work. The generalist practice skills covered are:Evidence-informed practiceTrauma-informed careInterviewingProblem identification, contracting, and case planningCase managementAdvocacyCrisis interventionPractice evaluationTermination, stabilization, and…

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List price: $67.95
Copyright year: 2013
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Canada, Limited
Publication date: 1/9/2013
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 264
Size: 7.58" wide x 9.25" long x 0.55" tall
Weight: 0.990
Language: English

Bruce Thyer is currently a Professor and former Dean with the College of Social Work at Florida State University.nbsp; Dr. Thyer spent the years 1987 - 2002 with the University of Georgia, where he earned the rank of Distinguished Research Professor.nbsp; He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.nbsp; In 2012 he was elected to the Social Work Academy of the National Academies of Practice. Dr. Thyer is the founder and current editor of one of social work's premier journals, RESEARCH ON SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE, and is the author of over 250 articles, 80 chapters and he had authored or edited over 25 professional books.nbsp; His research interests involve the…




Evidence-Informed Practice



What is Evidence-Informed Practice?


Three Philosophies of Evidence-Based Practice


Different Kinds of Questions


Different Styles of Evidence-Based Practice


Examples of Evidence-Based Decision Making


Hallmarks and Implications of the Philosophy of Evidence-Based Practice and Care


Educational Implications


Controversies


Obstacles


Conclusion


Key Terms


Review Questions for Critical Thinking


Online Resources


References



Trauma-Informed Practice



Overview


Defining Trauma


Risk Factors


Social Work and Trauma


Assessment of Trauma


Interventions for Trauma


Key Words


Review Question for Critical Thinking


Online Resources


References



Interviewing Skills



Introduction


Definition


Interviewing as an Art


Interviewer challenges


The Helping Relationship


Techniques or Values


An Ethical Issue


Interviewing Modalities


Other modalities


Use of Interpreters


The setting


The Interview Settings


Technique


Conclusion


Key Terms


Review Questions for Critical Thinking


Online Resources


References



Problem Identification, Contracting, and Case Planning



Introduction


Historical Background


Importance of Evidence-Based Documentation Skills


Using Evidence-Based Principles in Problem Identification and Case Planning


Creating the Problem Statement


Measuring the Problem Behavior


Developing the Service or Case Plan


Record Keeping and the Problem-Oriented Record


Conclusion


Key Terms


Review Questions for Critical Thinking


Online Resources


References



Case Management



Models of Case Management


Historical Background of Case Management


Summary of Current Evidence-based Information on Case Management


Implications for Social Work on Micro, Mezzo, and Macro Levels


Limitations


Conclusion


Key Terms


Review Questions for Critical Thinking


Online Resources


References



Advocacy



Advocacy and Social Work


Definitions and Classifications


Creating Advocacy Culture


Advocacy in Clinical Social Work


Advocacy in Macro Social Work


Multi-modal Strategies and Approaches


National and International Advocacy Movements


Conclusion


Key Terms


Review Questions for Critical Thinking


Online Resources


References



Crisis Intervention



Introduction


Trends in Crisis Intervention


Prevalence and Impact of Emotional Trauma


Historical Background


Roberts' Seven-Stage Practice Model for Crisis Intervention


Summary of Current Evidence-Based and Informed Information on Crisis Intervention


Challenges in Implementing Evidence-Based Practice


Conclusion


Key Terms


Review Questions for Critical Thinking


Online Resources


References



Practice Evaluation



Brief Background


Evidence-Based Information on Practice Evaluation


Case Studies


The B Design


The AB Design


The ABA Design


The ABAB Design


Multiple Baseline Designs


Alternating Treatment Design


Is There a Hierarchy of Research Evidence?


Limitations of this Approach


Implications for Social Work on Micro-, Mezzo-, and Macrolevels


Conclusion


Key Terms


Review Questions for Critical Thinking


References



Termination, Stabilization, and Continuity of Care



Historical Trends


A Broader Perspective on Service Delivery


Importance of Termination and Stabilization


Stabilization


Case Management, Brief Therapy, and Crisis Intervention


Conclusion


Key Terms


Review Questions for Critical Thinking


Online Resources


References