Frances Ricks

Emergent Practice Planning Frances Ricks 2003 edition

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [132]-136) and index. Table of Contents: 1: Introduction.- 2: Setting the Stage.- 3: Emergent-Self as Practitioner.- 4: Contexts and Practice.- 5: Planning and Planning Systems.- Conclusion.- Appendix A: Context Models.- Appendix B: Frameworks for Assessment.- Appendix C: Agency X Case-Planning System Policy Statement.- Appendix D: Integrated Case-Planning Policy and Practice.- References. Publisher Marketing: Practitioners are faced with the complexity of health and social service work and are bombarded with policy directives, quick-fix prescriptions, new fads, and conflicting opinions. This text supports practitioners in working with the complexity of issues and developing an integrated approach to practice. This textbook aims to provide an opportunity for inexperienced practitioners to think through the issues that define practice and develop an integrated and intentional approach, including assessment, planning, evaluation, and continuous learning.