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This volume studies the supervision of staff in social work, community care and social welfare settings. It examines the changing social work scene of the 1990s and covers areas such as anti-oppressive supervision, supervision of post-traumatic stress and group supervision. Designed for all supervisors in social welfare and community care settings, this book includes new material not found in other books on supervision. The authors emphasize the importance of the supervisory relationship, regular skilled supervision and a clear base in the provision of good quality services. The book provides a clear theoretical framework, bringing theory and practice together through numerous practical examples of supervision in action. One major chapter examines a range of typical supervision situations and provides suggestions for possible supervisor responses. This book is intended for new and experienced supervisors, practice teachers supervising students, trainers of supervisors and social work managers.