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The Social Work and Human Services Treatment Planner (PracticePlanners®)The Social Work and Human Services Treatment Planner (PracticePlanners®) by Arthur E. Jongsma Jr.
Buy new: $42.49 / Used from: $44.99
I'm using this currently and I love it. Saves a lot of time
How to Let Go of Your Mad BaggageHow to Let Go of Your Mad Baggage by Lynne Namka
Buy used from: $9.56
It's not available here, but I STRONGLY suggest picking this up if you have clients with anger management issues. The cover is 'cartoonish', but it's one of the best books I have on the subject.
Helping InterviewHelping Interview by Alfred Benjamin
Buy used from: $0.01
Very informative book. If you're doing counseling I highly recommend it.
Direct Social Work Practice: Theory and Skills (with InfoTrac)Direct Social Work Practice: Theory and Skills (with InfoTrac) by Dean H. Hepworth
Buy used from: $2.97
This is the 6th edition and I own the 5th when I was in my BSW program. We lovingly referred to the book as our 'bible'. Even in practice, I still use it as a reference.
The Strengths Perspective in Social Work PracticeThe Strengths Perspective in Social Work Practice
Buy used from: $3.69
Another reference book I use often.
The Origins of the Urban Crisis : Race and Inequality in Postwar Detroit (Princeton Studies in American Politics)The Origins of the Urban Crisis : Race and Inequality in Postwar Detroit (Princeton Studies in American Politics) by Thomas J. Sugrue
Buy used from: $3.96
One of my Social Welfare profs recommended this book and I've never regretted picking it up.
Families In Cultural Context: Strengths and Challenges in DiversityFamilies In Cultural Context: Strengths and Challenges in Diversity by Mary Kay DeGenova
Buy new: $75.63 / Used from: $1.55
I have always worked with a wide variety of clients, if you're not familiar with different cultures, this is a must.
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-IV-TR Fourth Edition (Text Revision)Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-IV-TR Fourth Edition (Text Revision)
Buy new: $72.09 / Used from: $45.00
A must have for all social workers
Who Moved My Cheese?: An Amazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your LifeWho Moved My Cheese?: An Amazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your Life by Spencer Johnson
Buy new: $11.66 / Used from: $0.01
Really informative book. If you're stuck in a rut at your current job, read this book.
The Social Work DictionaryThe Social Work Dictionary by Robert L. Barker
Buy new: $27.39 / Used from: $31.00
Publication Manual of the American Psychological AssociationPublication Manual of the American Psychological Association
Buy used from: $1.45
I have the last edition, but if you're enrolled in a BSW/MSW program, it's a definite need
Kinetic House-Tree-Person Drawings: K-H-T-P: An Interpretative Manual (K-H-T-P : An Interpretative Manual)Kinetic House-Tree-Person Drawings: K-H-T-P: An Interpretative Manual (K-H-T-P : An Interpretative Manual) by Robert C. Burns
Buy new: $40.82 / Used from: $45.00
One of the most interesting books I've come across
Conflict And Compromise: How Congress Makes The LawConflict And Compromise: How Congress Makes The Law by Ronald D. Elving
Buy new: $21.95 / Used from: $0.99
Very interesting read regarding the FMLA
Century Classic Red Wavemaster BagCentury Classic Red Wavemaster Bag
If I could, I would. Most days I think I should. lol.
My LifeMy Life by Bill Clinton
Buy new: $23.10 / Used from: $0.01
Ha! I l heart Bill
America (The Book): A Citizen's Guide to Democracy InactionAmerica (The Book): A Citizen's Guide to Democracy Inaction by Jon Stewart
Buy used from: $0.01
Unbelievably funny
Going Upriver - The Long War of John KerryGoing Upriver - The Long War of John Kerry
Buy used from: $0.99
I will always consider Sen. Kerry as 'my president'. Regardless of your party, this is an extremely moving and powerful documentary that brought me to tears.
rearviewmirror (Greatest Hits 1991-2003)rearviewmirror (Greatest Hits 1991-2003) by Pearl Jam
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $4.81
Love love love this band. 15 years since their first release and my love has never waivered. Pick this one up for a refresher or if you're a new fan. Highly recommended!
Eden CloseEden Close by Anita Shreve
Buy new: $10.08 / Used from: $0.01
I've owned this book for years and it remains one of my favorties. Great quick read.
Shopaholic Gift Set (Shopaholic Ties the Knot / Shopaholic Takes Manhattan / Confessions of a Shopaholic)Shopaholic Gift Set (Shopaholic Ties the Knot / Shopaholic Takes Manhattan / Confessions of a Shopaholic) by Sophie Kinsella
Buy new: $27.72 / Used from: $15.97
I'm adding this one, but I purchased all four 'Shopoholic' books on their own. Funny, funny stuff. And yes, I am a shopoholic, lol.
The Complete Calvin and Hobbes (Calvin & Hobbes) (v. 1, 2, 3)The Complete Calvin and Hobbes (Calvin & Hobbes) (v. 1, 2, 3) by Bill Watterson
Buy new: $94.50 / Used from: $75.00
If I had the money saved up, I would purchase this without a second thought. Calvin and Hobbes is one of the best comic strips ever. For a 6 year old boy, Calvin says/thinks many things I often do.