Involuntary Clients in Social Work Practice: A Research-Based Approach

by Andre Ivanoff, Betty J. Blythe, Tony Tripodi

Overview

First published in 1994. While not setting out to write a book about social policy, Ivanoff, Blythe and Tripodi, seasoned and well-known contributors to the spirited debate on the proper relationship of research and practice methods in direct services, have, nonetheless, delivered much useful commentary on how those direct services resources ought best be deployed. This book is to a clear call for commitment of skilled professional resources for those citizens whose serious and often multiple problems have already deeply involved them in public sector services.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781040280447
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/01/2024
Series:	Modern Applications of Social Work Series
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	254

About the Author

Andre Ivanoff is Associate Professor of Social Work at Columbia University School of Social Work where she teaches clinical practice. Dr. Ivanoff conducts assessment and intervention research on mental health issues in criminal justice populations. Betty J. Blythe is Professor of Social Work at Florida International University and directs the School's MSW Program. Dr. Blythe is Principal Investigator of a large experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of family preservation services in the state of Michigan. Tony Tripodi is Associate Director, Ph.D Program Coordinator, and Professor of Social Work, Florida International University.

Table of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION 2 ENGAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENT 3 PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTING RESEARCH-BASED PRACTICE 4 TERMINATION AND FOLLOW-UP 5 RESEARCH-BASED PRACTICE WITH CLIENTSIN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM 6 RESEARCH-BASED PRACTICE WITH CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES 7 RESEARCH-BASED PRACTICE WITH INVOLUNTARY MENTAL HEALTH CLIENTS

Editorial Reviews

The issue of effectiveness—the extent to which social programs are successful in achieving positive changes in the lives of clients—has been the center of much attention in social work. Nowhere is the challenge of effective practice greater than in work with clients who have not voluntarily sought help. This book makes an important contribution in its successful weaving of the dual themes of effective, research-based practice with principles and techniques for working with involuntary clients. Case examples richly illustrate the use of research concepts and tools in everyday work with clients in three types of settings: criminal justice, child welfare, and mental health. Program planners as well as direct practitioners will find a wealth of references and resources for more innovative and effective social interventions in a wide range of settings. Graduate; faculty.” —B. A. Pine, Choice “The authors present helpful ideas and techniques concerning the selection, description, implementation, and evaluation of interventions. They also provide well-selected case material to illustrate certain interventions. . . . The book not only is a welcome addition to the literature of involuntary clients but is also a solid contribution to the knowledge base of social work practice.” —William J. Reid, Social Service Review

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