Gerontological Social Work Supervision

This unique book clearly depicts a need for supervision in gerontological social work settings and provides a framework for teaching supervision. Grounded in two distinct bodies of literature, social work supervision and gerontological social work, this important book thoroughly examines present gerontological practice and principles and focuses on teaching students the basics of practical supervision and aiding case workers in improving agency efficiency. Gerontological Social Work Supervision assumes some gerontological knowledge and experience with aging, yet provides an abundance of informative and practical methods to aid readers in developing supervisory techniques with future clients. Throughout the chapters, the varied roles of a supervisor are discussed and the need for an involved and prepared case worker supervisor becomes increasingly clear through the theories and scenarios presented. Extensive examples make this an invaluable book for social work students and agency supervisors seeking to supplement their education and skills. The appendices are packed with lists of additional works on supervision in social work, bibliographies of selected readings in case management, entitlement, long term care, and family caregiving.