Safeguarding Children and Young People

Written for novice practitioners and those entering child care work from other sectors, this volume presents an overview of the skills required to carry out child protection work according to acknowledged best practice guidelines.

What does the novice practitioner or the experienced practitioner moving into child care work from another sector need to know to practice effectively? What skills do they need to call on?
In this valuable addition to The Social Work Skills Series, Stella Coleman and Corinne May-Chahal bring together their considerable teaching and practice experience to provide a reliable and practical guide to child protection work. Topics covered include:

the legal and procedural context
the professional context
explanatory theoretical frameworks and models of practice
managing risk
evidence-based practice
social work interventions
parents, carers and families
continuing professional development.

This is an essential text for all students, teachers and professionals working with children and families.

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