Social Work Practice (Social Work Series)

Author: Ku Shaoxiong
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: This book introduces the nature, characteristics, and goals of social work practice, and comprehensively covers various methods of social work practice from micro, meso, and macro levels. Micro social work, or casework, is elaborated in detail in this book, explaining where to intervene, how to implement, and how to resolve and mitigate problems and obstacles that may arise during casework. Meso social work, or group work, is highlighted in this book, focusing on the classification of groups and the roles of social workers within groups. Building on this foundation, it introduces specific implementation methods such as "non-formal education and guidance," consultation, and coordination. Macro social work, or organizational and community work, is discussed in this book, explaining the roles social workers should undertake in these areas and introducing the fundamental methods social workers must possess in this field.