Final Project Ludis Keon HSE101: Introduction to Human Services Instructor Alicia Betancourt

Final Project

Ludis Keon

HSE101: Introduction to Human Services

Instructor Alicia Betancourt

Final Project

Human Services Profession

In this section, it is essential to write a paragraph or two addressing the following questions. Please ensure that you provided a response for each question without omitting any. Please remember to appropriately cite your sources both in your reference page and through in-text citations. (Please remove my sample writing so it only includes your response.)

Choose a human services agency in which you would like to be employed. What is the agency you selected. What was your rationale for choosing this particular agency? What other agencies did you consider, and why did you not select them? Why would you like to be employed at this agency?

Agency Description

In this section, it is essential to write a paragraph or two addressing the following questions. Please ensure that you provided a response for each question without omitting any. Please remember to appropriately cite your sources both in your reference page and through in-text citations. (Please remove my sample writing so it only includes your response.)

Research the types of services this agency offers by looking at its website, visiting the agency (if possible), emailing or interviewing someone who works at the agency. What are the main types of services offered? Describe what main type of professionals work within this agency, and describe their roles.

History and Current Trends

In this section, it is essential to write a paragraph or two addressing the following questions. Please ensure that you provided a response for each question without omitting any. Please remember to appropriately cite your sources both in your reference page and through in-text citations. (Please remove my sample writing so it only includes your response.)

Give a brief history of the development of the agency. Consider describing who established it, why it was originally established, and how it has evolved. Include the mission of the agency and any other pertinent information.

How is the history of the human services field similar to and different from the history of the agency? Describe current trends that impact the work of the agency. How do these trends relate to the history of the human services field?

Theories, Vaues, and Ethics

In this section, it is essential to write a paragraph or two addressing the following questions. Please ensure that you provided a response for each question without omitting any. Please remember to appropriately cite your sources both in your reference page and through in-text citations. (Please remove my sample writing so it only includes your response.)

Review the code of ethics for human service professionals and theories learned in this class. What is the importance of having a code of ethics? How would the code of ethics impact your provision of services in this agency? Which standards in the Ethical Standards for Human Service Professionals will be more and which will be less challenging to implement, and why? What theory might you apply while working with clients in your selected agency? Describe an example of how you might apply this theory in your work at this agency.

Role in the Helping Process

In this section, it is essential to write a paragraph or two addressing the following questions. Please ensure that you provided a response for each question without omitting any. Please remember to appropriately cite your sources both in your reference page and through in-text citations. (Please remove my sample writing so it only includes your response.)

Based on your research, what roles might you utilize at this agency in each stage of the helping process? Identify roles in the agency for each stage of the helping process, providing justification.

Career Opportunities

In this section, it is essential to write a paragraph or two addressing the following questions. Please ensure that you provided a response for each question without omitting any. Please remember to appropriately cite your sources both in your reference page and through in-text citations. (Please remove my sample writing so it only includes your response.)

Research the careers available in the specific agency, and discuss the qualifications. Choose an entry-level position you are interested in pursuing, and discuss the qualifications you would need to apply for the position. Detail the qualifications you possess and which skills you are lacking to qualify for the position.

Summary of Learning

To conclude this paper, summarize what you have learned in this course that you can apply to your everyday life.

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