Introduction to Human Services: Through the Eyes of Practice Settings, 5th edition
- Michelle E. Martin
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Introduction to Human Services explores the foundation of the human services profession. It examines educational standards and professional requirements. The author analyzes the human services profession in settings where human services providers work. It provides information about social problems within a socio-political context. This illustrates how culture and ideology influence people's perspectives. It also looks at theoretical underpinnings and the generalist practice model.
The 5th Edition places focus on emerging issues and relevant events. Events include the current political conditions in the United States and the impact of social media. It also includes content on global pandemics (such as COVID-19). The updates emphasize the root of the human services profession and ethical standards.
Published by Pearson (June 11th 2021) - Copyright © 2022
ISBN-13: 9780136801993
Subject: Social Work & Human Services
Category: Introduction to Human Services
PART I: HUMAN SERVICES AS A PROFESSION
- Introduction to the Human Services Profession
- The History and Evolution of Social Welfare Policy
- Ethical Standards, Generalist Skills and Intervention Strategies
PART II: GENERALIST PRACTICE AND THE ROLE OF THE HUMAN SERVICE PROFESSIONAL
- Child and Youth Services
- Human Services with Older Adults
- Behavioral Health Services
- Housing and Homelessness
- Medical, Healthcare and Hospice
- Human Services in the Public School System
- Religion, Spirituality and Faith-based Agencies
- Violence, Victim Advocacy, Corrections
- Rural Human Services
- International Human Services