Policy and Practice in the Justice System

The primary thrust of this readable volume is that justice social workers, juvenile justice specialists, correctional counselors, and victim advocates can rehabilitate offenders and facilitate the recovery of all victims of violent crimes. In this inspirational and timely book, twenty of the nation's leading experts in social work, sociology, and criminal justice have prepared original chapters on policies, programs, and innovated treatment approaches for victims and offenders. Subjects examined include juvenile, adult, policy, and practice issues, as well as the matter of education for justice system social work.