Safeguarding Adults and Children - by Georgina Koubel (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

As more and more people and organisations are affected by the austerity agenda and cuts to public services, there is increased risk that the person-centred nature of safeguarding practice will be consumed by procedure and managerialism.

With a unique focus on safeguarding both adults and children, this important text considers the professional responsibilities not just of social workers, but of practitioners across a range of Health, Police, Education and voluntary services who will often be involved in the process of protecting the more vulnerable members of society. Including in-depth analysis of the relevant research literature, as well as official evidence from Serious Case Reviews, the book will broaden readers' knowledge and understanding of the specialist skills required to practice safeguarding effectively, as well as of the need for agencies and professionals to communicate and work collaboratively in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Using explicit learning objectives and reflective questions to encourage readers to think critically about their own assumptions in practice, the book provides coverage of topics such as:

- The significance of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in safeguarding adults;
- The complexities of safeguarding children in cases of parental substance misuse;
- The impact of social media and digitisation on safeguarding practice;
- The tensions involved in safeguarding practice within different cultures;
- The challenges of interprofessional safeguarding in relation to domestic abuse.

Written by a team of expert authors, this impressive volume is a comprehensive sourcebook for students and practitioners alike.

From the Back Cover

As more and more people and organisations are affected by the austerity agenda and cuts to public services, there is increased risk that the person-centred nature of safeguarding practice will be consumed by procedure and managerialism.

With a unique focus on safeguarding both adults and children, this important text considers the professional responsibilities not just of social workers, but of practitioners across a range of Health, Police, Education and voluntary services who will often be involved in the process of protecting the more vulnerable members of society. Including in-depth analysis of the relevant research literature, as well as official evidence from Serious Case Reviews, the book will broaden readers' knowledge and understanding of the specialist skills required to practice safeguarding effectively, as well as of the need for agencies and professionals to communicate and work collaboratively in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Using explicit learning objectives and reflective questions to encourage readers to think critically about their own assumptions in practice, the book provides coverage of topics such as:

- The significance of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in safeguarding adults
- The complexities of safeguarding children in cases of parental substance misuse
- The impact of social media and digitisation on safeguarding practice
- The tensions involved in safeguarding practice within different cultures
- The challenges of interprofessional safeguarding in relation to domestic abuse

Written by a team of expert authors, this impressive volume is a comprehensive sourcebook for students and practitioners alike.

Review Quotes

'There are any number of books on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children; what makes this book so valuable is that it considers both. It is an engaging and informative read, and really encourages students to reflect on their own practice. An enthusiastic recommendation from me!' Dr Jackie Robinson, Principal Lecturer in Social Work, De Montfort University, UK
'This is an ambitious, comprehensive attempt to review current safeguarding practice, informed by up to date evidence from serious case reviews and contemporary research sources. It will support both students and practitioners to develop their reflective practice in relation to safeguarding.' Peter Ayling, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, University of Worcester, UK
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About the Author

Georgina Koubel is Senior Lecturer in the School of Public Health, Midwifery and Social Work at Canterbury Christ Church University, UK. She has co-authored two other books with Palgrave: Rights, Risks and Responsibilities: Interprofessional Working in Health and Social Care (2012) and The Challenge of Person-centred Care: An Interprofessional Perspective (2008).
Georgina Koubel is Senior Lecturer in the School of Public Health, Midwifery and Social Work at Canterbury Christ Church University, UK. She has co-authored two other books with Palgrave: Rights, Risks and Responsibilities: Interprofessional Working in Health and Social Care (2012) and The Challenge of Person-centred Care: An Interprofessional Perspective (2008).