Writing Skills for Social Workers (Social Work in Action series)

by Karen Healy, Joan Mulholland

• ISBN13: 9781446200711
• ISBN10: 144620071X
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Nonspecific Binding
• Copyright: 2012-03-30
• Publisher: SAGE

Summary

Social workers are required to communicate in writing for a range of purposes, and to write effectively for a range of audiences. This new edition of the best-selling Writing Skills for Social Workers aims to raise the profile of writing skills in social work practice, and to enhance social workers' written communication skills. The book adopts a logical progression, and each chapter identifies and contextualises the practical skills needed at specific points in training and practice. Overall it will encourage the development of writing skills and techniques which will stand the reader in good stead throughout their professional career. The updated new edition includes: " training in core professional writing tasks, particularly case-notes, report and proposal writing " guidance in advanced writing skills, such as writing literature reviews, journal articles, conference papers and funding applications " a discussion of ethical issues and values " advice on using these skills in the publication of research Written in a lively style, the authors have included reflective exercises, top tips for effective writing and guidelines for further reading. The chapters are also linked to the professional standards that structure training, practice and continuing professional development. It will therefore be an essential study guide for all students, practitioners and managers in social work settings.

Table of Contents

Written Communication: Essential Elements

Introduction

Written Communication

Getting your message across

Managing Information for Writing

Writing in Daily Practice

Emails, Letters and Newsletters

Writing Case Records

Writing Court Reports

Macro Practice Writing Skills: Getting Resources and Creating Change

Writing funding applications

Writing Policy Proposals

Writing for the Community

Influencing Your Professional Context

Writing a Literature Review

Writing Journal Articles and Conference Papers

Conclusion

Professional Writing in Diverse Practice Contexts

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