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Iachini, A. L., Bronstein, L. R., & Mellin, E. (2018). Chapter 2: Exploring definitions and models of interprofessional collaboration. In A guide for interprofessional collaboration. Council on Social Work Education. https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/nu/reader.action?docID=6270503&ppg=21

This resource provides foundational knowledge on interprofessional collaboration, a critical skill in social work practice. By examining various definitions and models, this chapter helps students understand how collaborative work across professions can improve client outcomes and streamline service delivery. Understanding these models equips future social work leaders with the tools needed to build and manage effective multidisciplinary teams, fostering a more holistic approach to client care.

de Saxe Zerden, L., Lombardi, B. M., Fraser, M. W., Jones, A., & Rico, Y. G. (2018, March). Social work: Integral to interprofessional education and integrated practice. Journal of Interprofessional Education & Practice, 10, 67–75. https://go.openathens.net/redirector/nu.edu?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencedirect.com%2Fscience%2Farticle%2Fpii%2FS2405452617301192

This article highlights the critical role social workers play in interprofessional education and integrated practice, making it a valuable resource for students learning how social work intersects with other professions. It provides insights into collaborative practices that enhance service delivery in multidisciplinary teams.

Zerden, L. D., Lombardi, B. M., & Richman, E. L. (2019). Social workers on the interprofessional integrated team: Elements of team integration and barriers to practice. Journal of Interprofessional Education & Practice, 17, 100286. https://go.openathens.net/redirector/nu.edu?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencedirect.com%2Fscience%2Farticle%2Fpii%2FS2405452619300886

This article explores the dynamics of social workers within interprofessional teams, identifying both the elements that contribute to successful integration and the barriers that may arise. It’s an important read for students who are preparing for leadership roles in settings that require effective collaboration.

Comer, E., & Rao, S. (2016). Transforming social group work learning into competencies for interprofessional teams. Social Work with Groups, 39(1), 62-75. https://go.openathens.net/redirector/nu.edu?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tandfonline.com%2Fdoi%2Fpdf%2F10.1080%2F01609513.2015.1013172

This paper emphasizes the development of group work competencies that are transferable to interprofessional teams, making it valuable for students who want to enhance their group leadership skills. It highlights how social group work can serve as a foundation for effective team-based collaboration.

KINProf. (2021, June 2). Types of interprofessional work [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uN48UMuu0EM

This video offers a clear and engaging overview of different types of interprofessional work. Students will benefit from viewing practical examples of how interprofessional collaboration functions across different fields.