Groupwork. Strategies and Tools for Engaging with Justice-Involved Individuals
85.00 EUR
Ioan Durnescu’s latest book, Groupwork: Strategies and Tools for Engaging with Justice-Involved Individuals, is an important resource for professionals in the criminal justice system who are involved in group facilitation and rehabilitation.
As the second instalment in the Core Correctional Skills series, this book builds on the foundational skills outlined in Core Correctional Skills: The Training Kit, advancing to more complex techniques necessary for working with groups.
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Description
Key Benefits of the Book:
- Comprehensive Framework: The book provides a detailed blueprint for facilitating groupwork, making it suitable for both novice and seasoned facilitators. It covers everything from the basics of group dynamics to advanced techniques for managing complex group scenarios.
- Practical Insights: Each chapter combines theoretical foundations with practical applications. Readers will find exercises, reflection points, practice tips, and assessment tools designed to enhance their facilitation skills.
- Research-Based: Durnescu integrates scientific research with practical experience, offering a balanced perspective that is both evidence-based and practitioner-focused. This approach ensures that readers are equipped with strategies proven to be effective in real-world settings.
- Diverse Applications: The book addresses various types of groupwork, including therapeutic and psychoeducational groups, and provides strategies for both in-person and online facilitation.
- Ethical Considerations: It discusses the ethical dimensions of groupwork, helping facilitators navigate the complexities of confidentiality, participant welfare, and professional boundaries in correctional settings.
- Enhanced Understanding of Group Dynamics: Readers will gain insights into the psychological and social interactions within groups, which are crucial for fostering a supportive and productive group environment.
- Support for Ongoing Development: The manual serves as a continuous learning tool, encouraging facilitators to reflect on their practice, engage with further reading, and adapt their methods based on feedback and outcomes.
Who might be interested?
This comprehensive manual is ideal for:
- Probation Officers and Prison Staff: Those involved in rehabilitation work within correctional settings.
- Students and Educators: Individuals studying or teaching social and behavioural rehabilitation.
- Researchers: Professionals designing studies on group dynamics and correctional practices.
- Volunteers and Mentors: Those looking to develop professional skills for working with justice-involved individuals.
