1. Out of the many different avenues to choose from the two that I resonate with would be an Addiction Counselor and A Human Services Professional. An Addiction Counselor because it is something I would like to get into considering I am a recovering addict myself and suffer with addiction as well. I feel like … Read more
Discuss recent changes in our society that may impact family dynamics and the way that children are parented, socialized, and educated. How may these changes impact the current child welfare perspectives and practices?
Assume the role of an employee who is new to an organization that provides family preservation and family reunification services. This is a larger organization than you are used to and there are over 150 professionals on staff!In your previous job, you worked in a smaller and more intimate environment. You are currently feeling a … Read more
While in the later adulthood age, social problems such as substance abuse, crime and elder abuse may be encountered. What experiences has someone that you know in this age group had? What has the impact been upon them? What laws or policy changes may address these issues?
Burnout and compassion fatigue are common concerns in the helping professions that can be tied to a number of factors. Think about working in this field—this can include past or present experiences—and discuss the environmental issues that can cause burnout or compassion fatigue (i.e., managerial style, culture/climate, physical environment, client issues, colleagues, etc.). After explaining … Read more
In thinking about your program development, conduct some research to see what funding sources exist to identify your targeted issue/population. Share at least one funding source or grant opportunity that you find in your research. Are there as many funding opportunities as you expected? What sort of reporting back to the funder is expected for … Read more
In response to your peers, identify the leadership skills your classmates discuss. 1# One supervisor that stood out to me was when I was working at a hotel as a maid. She knew who she had to be on top of to get their floors completed and the ones she could leave to their floors … Read more
Think about the process used for your most recent performance evaluation. Describe the elements of the process and the opportunities you had to provide input and feedback about issues of concern. Was the evaluation useful to you in clarifying work expectations and priorities? If you have not had an evaluation recently or have not had … Read more
Think back to your favorite supervisor and describe the process of supervision that existed in that professional relationship. What was most useful? What aspects stood out to you? How might this experience impact you as a leader/supervisor?
1# Have you been able to find any self-help groups in your area that focus on issues of common concern, such as public education, emotional support, or chronic ailments? If so, please share your findings and let’s discuss the similarities or differences in the resources we have located. 2# End Hunger Connecticut is an … Read more