Introduction
1) Chronologies: The start and heart of a good assessment
2) Genograms and ecomaps:Knowing the networks
3) How to get it done: Planning your report in the real world
4) Writing
5) Analysis
6) Summary
Appendix: Writing for child care proceedings
Chris has worked in social care roles since 2002 and qualified as a social worker in 2006. He works as a visiting lecturer to universities and trainer to local and national organisations, while continuing to practice what he teaches, as an expert witness and assessor in the family courts.
He is naturally contrary and instinctively challenges accepted views (including his own) to ensure that he continues to develop.
Very impressed as for 130 pages it provides information on a wide
range of document writing - chronologies, genograms, analysis and
other aspects of report writing. The information is easy to read
and the layout assists in showing why certain report writing styles
are effective and not-effective. It is what I really needed as it
had shown myself the impact of how I would provide analysis can be
useful but could be improved and it has made me aware of why it is
important to develop my skills in report writing. IT covers the
areas of bias and the impact of language used in report writing
which can have long term implications for a case one is dealing
with. Very useful for social work students like myself as well as
colleagues who need to work more effectively. I also like the fact
that the book is light enough to carry in my bag so I can use it
whenever I am on placement. Highly recommended and will make your
life easier as it gives you the background to effective report
writing.
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"This book is about the art and science of report writing in social
work and provides an ‘everything you need to know but were afraid
to ask’ account of how to produce concise, analytic writing in
social work. The author locates effective report writing in the
wider context of ethically aware, critically reflective practice
which prioritises accurate recording as a means of freeing up time
for what matters most: direct work with people. The book is
written in an exceptionally clear and engaging style which
combines a sense of authority with professional
humility. It is a must for any social work student, newly
qualified social worker or practitioner wishing to hone and develop
their writing skills."
*Joan Fletcher, Head of Social Work, Goldsmiths College*
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