Introduction to Human Services
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2019
Pages: 300
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2019
Pages: 118
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Introduction to Human Services provides a Christian perspective to the complex social and health issues the field encompasses. By addressing “the whole person,” this publication helps readers learn how to help people not just survive, but thrive. The topic spans a broad spectrum of careers, and accommodates many of the issues that affect communities at large.
Chapter I Introduction to Human Services from a Christian Perspective
What Is Human Service?
Examples of Human Services
The Purpose of Human Service
Case Study
History of Helping, Social Welfare Policy and the Impact on Human Services
Early History
US History
Great Depression and the New Deal
War on Poverty
Integration
Application
Reference
Note
Chapter II Ethical Values and Integrity
Code of Ethics
Responsibility to Clients
Morals, Values, and Ethics
Integration
Application
Reference
Notes
Chapter III Professional Knowledge and Skills
Types of Professions
Educational Requirements
Professional Standards and Responsibilities
Characteristic of a Human Service Professional
Communication and Listening Skills
Confidentiality
Integration
Application
Note
Chapter IV The Neurobiology of Change
Case Study
Integration
Application
Reference
Note
Chapter V The Continuum of Mental Health
Integration
Physical Rest and Nutritious Food
Spiritual Rest
Time with Family and Friends
Application
Reference
Note
Chapter VI Development across the Lifespan
Theories of Development
Erik Erikson—Stages of Psychosocial Development
Trust vs. Mistrust (Infant to 18 months)
Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt (18 months to 3 years)
Initiative vs. Guilt (Ages 3–5)
Industry vs. Inferiority (ages 5–13)
Identity vs. Role Confusion (Ages 13–21)
Intimacy vs. Isolation (Ages 31–49)
Generativity vs. Stagnation (Ages 40–65)
Integrity vs. Despair (Ages over 65)
Integration
Application
References
Notes
Chapter VII Child and Adolescent Services
Mission Statement of Human Services in Child and Adolescent Services
Description of the World of the Child and Adolescent in the Twentyfirst Century
Integration
Adolescent Services
Human Services for Adolescents
Office of Population Affairs
Integration
Application
References
Notes
Chapter VIII Client Rights, Safety, Suicide Prevention, the Use of Technology in Provision of Services, and “Intercessory Touch”
Breaching Confidentiality
Mandated Reporting
Prevention and Intervention
Threats of Suicide and Homicide
Ethical and Culturally Relevant Strategies for Establishing and Maintaining In-Person and Technology-Assisted Relationships
Telehealth/Telemedicine/Telepsychiatry
Intercessory Touch
Integration
Application
References
Note
Chapter IX Adulthood and Aging
Notes
Chapter X Diversity and Multicultural Sensitivity
Principal Standard
Governance, Leadership, and Workforce
Communication and Language Assistance
Engagement, Continuous Improvement, and Accountability
Cultural Humility Case Example
Integration
Race, Gender, and Ethnicity
Humility and Appreciation
Application
Reference
Notes
Chapter XI Current Issues in Human Services
Integration
Immigration, Homelessness, Poverty
Addictions and Substance Abuse
Violence
Gender Confusion, Homosexuality, and Alternate Lifestyles
Notes
Chapter XII Human Services in the Twenty-first Century
Human Services in Practice
Practice Settings for Human Service Professionals
Integration
Reference
Notes
Assignments
Career Assignment
Letter of Intent (Service Learning Project)
Sample
War on Poverty Assignment
Family Budget Assignment
Sample
Groceries: 2
Menu
Service Learning Project Assignment
Introduction
Journal Entry/Summaries
Interpretation: (Summary)
Agency Proposal Assignment