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Overview
An invaluable resource for all social workers in practice with children and families, this book examines key issues such as child protection, family support, care planning, adoption, and case preparation for court. Accessible to those without a background in law, the book highlights links between social work standards and legal values and rules. With promotion of the rights of children and families a measure of professional competence and legal obligation, the book helps readers satisfy social work standards and use their knowledge of the law to improve their practice.
Synopsis
An invaluable resource for all social workers in practice with children and families, this book examines key issues such as child protection, family support, care planning, adoption, and case preparation for court. Accessible to those without a background in law, the book highlights links between social work standards and legal values and rules. With promotion of the rights of children and families a measure of professional competence and legal obligation, the book helps readers satisfy social work standards and use their knowledge of the law to improve their practice.