"Making Connections with Vulnerable Children and Families" is the practical guide for professionals who want to build effective relationships and engage constructively with vulnerable children and their families. Compiled by Jan Horwath, the lead editor of the bestselling child protection manual "The Child's World," the text includes a wealth of clear, user-friendly, and creative materials. The included tools are research-based and have been developed and tested by field professionals working in various specialties. Each tool includes a practical example, as well as details regarding the goals, method, considerations, and possible adaptations. The tools can be used in a variety of work settings, and the available resources are designed to support a relational approach to practice. These tools will help you establish relationships with children and their primary caregivers, understanding their experiences and how it impacts the health and well-being of the child or adolescent. Additional tools are included to be used with parents and primary caregivers to explore parenting capacity and the socioeconomic factors affecting family life.

Pages: 256, Dimensions: 21x21cm