The Changing Face of Health Care Social Work: Opportunities and Challenges for Professional Practice 3rd Edition

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This third edition of a bestselling social work text reflects the dramatic changes that have taken place in our health care environment since the second edition was published in 2004. It encompasses all facets of professional health care social work within the U.S. health care system, across all settings, and with all client populations. Permeating the third edition is a strong emphasis on the need for evidence-based, accountable practice. Completely new or updated sections examine:

mental health parity changes in billing evidence-based practice strategy electronic record keeping the DSM-V protecting yourself legally in your documentation protecting the privacy of the client supervision in the health care setting the importance of teamwork and collaboration social work in the military/VA settings safety planning

The third edition also encompasses updated professional profiles for diverse arenas of practice, a master reference document, a bibliography in each section, and an Instructor’s Manual that provides a test bank, activities designed to enhance learning, and a sample syllabus. Key Features:

Addresses all recent changes in health care social work including updated roles and functions, policy, demographics, advances in health technology, and more Emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice throughout Includes an Instructor’s Manual with a test bank, learning activities, and a sample syllabus “

Sophia F. Dziegielewskis a Professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Cincinnati (UC), USA. She is Editor of the Journal of Social Service Research and has been published in over 119 publications, including 7 textbooks, 79 articles, and numerous book chapters. Ms. Dziegielewski is the recipient of several awards and has presented at more than 400 workshops and other venues. Throughout her academic, administrative, and practice career she has been active in research and the protection of human subjects, specialising in the area of health and mental health. She has also been active in clinical practice, maintaining a current license in her field as well as serving as an expert witness in the courts.