Synopses & Reviews
Through provocative case studies,
Ethical Dilemmas in Social Services introduces social work professionals to a wide range of complex and controversial concerns in ethical theory and practice.
Reamer illustrates the ethical concerns involved in:
- working with individuals and families;
- the design and implementation of social welfare programs and policies;
- community work;
- relationships with colleagues and employers.
This new edition includes a guide to ethical decisions and a discussion of recent legal precedents regarding confidentiality. Also new to this edition are an investigation of the use of peer ethics committees and an examination of the particular ethical concerns of social workers in private practice.
Synopsis
Reamer discusses the ethical concerns involved in working with individuals and families, the design and implementation of social welfare programs and policies, community work, and relationships with colleagues and employers.