10 Lessons from over 10 years of Social Work with Children and Families
Richard Devine shares ten vital lessons from his experiences with children and families in BASW’s Professional Social Work Magazine. Key insights include the importance of acknowledging past influences, the challenge of change, empathy for parents, and maintaining humility. These concepts are further explored in his upcoming book, Messy Social Work.
A Guide on the Why, What and How of Writing Analysis in Social Work
Richard Devine, a Consultant Social Worker, shares insights from his 14 years of experience in child protection to aid social workers in writing effective analyses. He emphasizes that analysis is a learned skill, highlighting the importance of clarity, compassion, and focus on children’s needs, potential risks, and strengths in parenting.