Guide to the Helping Professions

Name: Guide to the Helping Professions
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ISBN: 9780205308446

ISBN-10: 0205308449

ISBN-13: 9780205308446

Edition: 2001

Authors: David J. Srebalus, Duane Brown

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This text introduces undergraduates to the human service profession by examining the work environment, reviewing the essential skills required of human service professionals, and guiding students with their career planning. By using case studies, examples, and self-tests, this text provides students with a realistic view of the daily decisions that must be made by professional helpers. This guide provides an overview of the issues and problems that create a need for professional assistance increasing students' awareness of why health and human services agencies are needed. As students' ability to diagnose difficulties increases, they will learn more about current treatment methods along…

Book details

List price: $96.40
Copyright year: 2001
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon, Incorporated
Publication date: 10/26/2000
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 317
Size: 7.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.100
Language: English




Becoming a Helping Professional



Characteristics of Skilled Helpers



Cultural Diversity and Helping



The Skills and Techniques Used by Professional Helpers



Understanding People



Service Delivery Systems



Counseling Individuals



Working with Families



Helping in a Group Setting



Working with Communities



Helping on the Internet



Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions



Becoming Employed and Advancing in a Helping Career



Maintaining Your Physical and Mental Health



Becoming a Helper: Some Issues That Will Influence Practice