Ruffolo, Mary Carmel, <br/><br/>
Direct social work practice :  theories and skills for becoming an evidence-based practitioner / 
Mary C. Ruffolo, University of Michigan, Brian Perron, University of Michigan, Elizabeth Harbeck Voshel, University of Michigan. 
 - London  Sage  2106 
 - xi, 265 pages 
 - Social work in the new century .
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographic references and index. 
<br/><br/>An overview of the book -- The evolving social work profession and integrative themes that guide social work practice with individuals, families and small groups -- From evidence-base practice to evidence informed practice -- Professional values, ethics and professional use of self -- Engagement and relationship building skills -- Assessment in social work with individuals and families -- Change planning -- Intervention skills : using cognitive and behavioral approaches in social work practice with individuals, families and groups -- Intervention skills : using problem-solving, psychoeducation and multisystemic intervention approaches and case/care management skills in working with individuals and families -- Additional skills for working with families and groups -- Outcome monitoring -- Lifelong learning and professional development over the life course. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781483379241 (pbk. : alk. paper) 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Evidence-based social work.<br/>Social service.
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>361.3  / RUF.D