Theory And Practice Of Social Case Work

Book Details:

• Author: Gordon Hamilton

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: Standard Edition

• ISBN: 9781015872233

• Pages: 406

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 1.1 inches

About the Book:
This work, selected by scholars for its cultural significance, offers deep insights into the core of social work practice. The author, Gordon Hamilton, explores the evolving role of social workers, emphasizing their commitment not only to understand the structure and dynamics of personality but also to utilize environmental and social therapy.

The book is divided into two parts:

• Part I discusses the fundamental processes that define the methods of social casework, including the use of relationships, the interviewing process, the integration of social resources, and agency practice.

• Part II extends this by offering a systematic approach to study and diagnosis, forming the basis of effective treatment through case study methods, diagnostic processes, and evaluation.

The text is in the public domain in the United States, and it is preserved as a valuable part of the intellectual heritage. This book is a crucial resource for anyone interested in the history of social work and social casework methodology.

Table of Contents:

• Part I:

  • Basic Assumptions and Methods of Social Casework

  • The Use of Relationship

  • The Interviewing Process

  • The Use of Social Resources and the Living Experience

  • Agency and Inter-Agency Practice

• Part II:

  • Application and Intake Processes

  • Methods of Case Study

  • Diagnostic and Evaluation Processes

  • Methods of Treatment

  • Primary and Secondary Settings

About the Author:
Gordon Hamilton was a renowned social work educator at the New York School of Social Work and contributed immensely to social work literature. From 1923 to 1957, she influenced generations of students and practitioners, emphasizing practical applications of social work theory. Her academic and professional career was marked by her clear ideas about the future of social work education, and her legacy continues to shape the field.