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Ethics and Values in Social Work Sarah Banks

Ethics and Values in Social Work By Sarah Banks

Ethics and Values in Social Work by Sarah Banks


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A thoroughly updated edition from a trusted author, this book provides an authoritative and accessible account of professional ethics in social work. Bridging the gap between theory and practice with new practice examples, it remains the essential discourse on ethics and values within the international framework.

Ethics and Values in Social Work Summary

Ethics and Values in Social Work by Sarah Banks

This thoroughly revised edition of a modern social work classic textbook from a leading international author, offers a clear and systematic account of professional ethics in relation to social work practice, framed within a global context, and combines a sound grasp of theoretical issues with a sharp focus on the latest policy and practice.
Ethics and Values in Social Work successfully synthesises the complex ideas and concepts that characterise social work's value base. Written with Banks' trademark accessibility and theoretical rigour, this book will continue to be an invaluable resource for all students, educators and practitioners of social work.

Ethics and Values in Social Work Reviews

Reviews of the Fourth Edition: 'The newest edition of Banks' enormously valuable Ethics and Values in Social Work provides readers with a richly nuanced examination of complex issues viewed through multiple conceptual lenses.' - Professor Frederic G. Reamer, School of Social Work, Rhode Island College, US 'This gem of a book will be of extraordinary help to social work practitioners, instructors and students who on a daily basis confront ethical challenges. Not only does Banks clarify the meaning of ethics and values but she also uses real-world case studies to demonstrate ethically guided practice. Readers will acquire new insight and understanding from this latest work by one of our foremost contemporary scholars on integrating values, ethics and practice.' - Professor Cynthia Bisman, Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research, Bryn Mawr College, USA "Students and practitioners around the world will appreciate Banks' comprehensive discussions of practice cases and ethical theories. A great contribution.' - Lynne M. Healy, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor, School of Social Work, University of Connecticut, USA Reviews of the previous edition: '... provides a comprehensive yet deep analysis on the ever changing context of social work practice... useful for academics teaching practical ethics, for social work students, and a real windfall for social work practitioners...' - British Journal of Social Work 'Excellent overview for social work students that comprehensively addresses key issues for consideration.' - Kim Robinson, Lecturer in Social Work, School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research, University of Kent, UK '... combines an easy to read style with key information around the subject.' - Dave Mason, Lecturer, Faculty of Health, Staffordshire University, UK 'Essential reading for social work students.' - Tanya Moore, School of Social, Community and Health Studies, University of Hertfordshire, UK

About Sarah Banks

Sarah Banks is Professor in the School of Applied Social Sciences and Co-Director of the Centre for Social Justice and Community Action at Durham University, UK. A qualified social worker, she is author of Ethics in Professional Life and Ethics, Accountability and the Social Professions and editor of Practising Social Work Ethics Around the World: Cases and Commentaries.

Table of Contents

Preface.- Introduction.- Ethical Issues in Social Work.- Principle-based Approaches to Social Work Ethics.- Character and Relationship-based Approaches to Social Work Ethics.- Professionalism and Codes of Ethics.- Service Users' Rights: Clienthood, Citizenship, Consumerism and Activism.- Social Workers' Responsibilities: Policies, Procedures and Managerialism.- Ethical Problems and Dilemmas in Practice

Additional information

GOR005093965
9780230300170
0230300170
Ethics and Values in Social Work by Sarah Banks
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Macmillan Education UK
2012-03-02
304
N/A
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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