Trying to Save the World, One Piece at A Time: child welfare memoir

Social work courses provide the foundational knowledge neededto become a child welfare professional. However, this book offerssomething different-it reveals the realities of working in child welfarethat no classroom can fully prepare you for. Many enter the fieldbelieving they have the answers and can transform every case theyencounter. The truth is both humbling and inspiring: meaningfulchange often occurs one small step at a time. Hence the title, Tryingto Save the World... One Piece at a Time.The world of child welfare can be harsh and unpredictable. It mayinvolve encounters with firearms, aggressive animals, threats of violence,heartbreaking losses, and even the death of children. Yet it can alsobring extraordinary moments of hope, resilience, and success aschildren and families overcome immense challenges and achieveoutcomes beyond anyone's expectations.This book is not written for academics or researchers. It is written for thosewho want to understand the realities of the child welfare system and thechallenges caseworkers face every day. Each of the more than twentychapters recounts a true story from my thirty-plus years of experience inchild welfare. To protect client confidentiality, all names, locations, andidentifying details have been changed.

Pagina's: 190, Paperback, LifeRich Publishing