Child Welfare: Policy and Best Practices

Understand human behavior with HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT! Three key tools are provided for theory-by-theory comprehension-models, metaphors and maps-that help you to easily compare and contrast theories as well as understand their relevance to social work practice. Detailed questions, learning activities, and a comprehensive list of references save you time when you study. Metaphors for each theory bring the content to life and make the applications of ideas and concepts specific to social work and social workers.

Jannah Mather is Dean of the University of Utah College of Social Work and the co-author of UNDERSTANDING GENERALIST PRACTICE WITH FAMILIES. She has over 20 years of experience in private practice, in-patient therapy, and family services. Her writings include works on case management, family therapy, child welfare, family and children services, social work education, and accreditation.

Patricia Lager is the Faculty Administrator and Director of International Programs at Florida State University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Florida). Her areas of interest include child welfare, treatment of children and families, clinical supervision, ethical and liability issues, field instruction, and international social work.

Norma Harris joins the team as the new co-author. She teaches at the University of Utah and is the Director of the Social Research Institute, Title IV-E Coordinator and Chair of the Public Service Domain. She has a Bachelor of Science from Montana State University, MSW from the University of Utah and a PhD from Florida International University. Recognized as a leader in all aspects of child welfare services, Dr. Harris is the primary author of national guidelines in child protective services. She is active in child welfare policies and practice at the local state and national levels.