Assessment, risk and decision making in social work : an introduction

Part One: Essential practice principles -- A framework for assessment, risk and decisions -- Involving clients in assessment and decisions -- Assessing risk, needs and strengths; tools and processes -- Collaborating, communicating and managing conflict in making decisions -- Knowledge, critical thinking analysis and reflection -- Part Two: Particular considerations -- Legal and ethical aspects of assessment, risk and decisions -- Professional judgement and using knowledge in practice -- Safeguarding and eligibility for service -- Managing risk and positive risk-taking in planning care -- Developing your professional skills

As a practising social worker, you will need to make sound judgements in complex contexts and when you are under pressure. This book covers the essential knowledge you will require to understand and develop skills in relation to professional judgement and decision-making processes, including the use of assessment tools, engagement in assessment and decision processes, the context of risk, complexity and uncertainty in practice, communication and management of risk within social care processes.