Michael J. Austin Boeken

Managing the Challenges in Human Service A Casebook offers current and aspiring human service managers a view into the kinds of experiences they will likely encounter to better prepare them for the world they are about to enter. The cases are inspired by real situations and are designed to encourage students to determine how they would act and work towards a resolution of the dilemmas presented.Key Features   Intended Audience   This book is ideally suited as a supplemental text for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in social work and counseling, as well as a much-needed reference for human services supervisors and practitioners.

Focusing on the integral relationship between social justice and social work, this book explores the historical and philosophical foundations supporting social justice as a core value of the profession. It emphasizes the significance of amplifying client voices and engaging in organization-based advocacy. Additionally, it illustrates how a deep understanding of social justice can enhance practice and outlines its implications for education, making it a vital resource for social work professionals and students alike.