Supporting practice: reflections on a career in children’s social work
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to reflect on development in children’s social work over 35 years from the perspective of someone who has worked in the field as a practitioner and director.
Design/methodology/approach
Interview.
Findings
The paper provides insights into implementing the Reclaiming Social Work model and how systems can better support social work practice with children and families.
Originality/value
The paper offers a unique perspective on developments in the field and implications for the future of children’s social work.
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Citation
Chamberlain, C. and Little, M. (2017), "Supporting practice: reflections on a career in children’s social work", Journal of Children's Services, Vol. 12 No. 2-3, pp. 122-126. https://doi.org/10.1108/JCS-09-2017-0038
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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