Includes bibliographic references and index. Neukrug, E. S. (2017). Theory, practice, and trends in human services : an introduction. Boston, Massachusetts: Cengage Learning.

Defining the human service professional History of and current issues in human services -- Standards in the profession: skill standards, credentialing, program accredication, and ethical standards -- Theoretical approaches to human service work -- The helping interview: skills, process, and case management -- Development of the person -- Couples, family, and group helping -- Organizational and community change and the role of consultation and supervision -- Culturally competent helping -- Working with varied client populations -- Research, evaluation, and assessment -- Career development processes and resources: your future in the human services

Neukrug's easy-to-understand, comprehensive overview of the human services distinguishes itself from other texts through its experiential emphasis, unique use of personal vignettes, and focus on the development of the helper. Critical topics covered that deepen students' understanding of the field include: history, theory, helping skills, standards in the profession, group counseling, family counseling, community systems, research and assessment, normal and abnormal development, career issues, and multicultural awareness.