1. Describe the techniques and solutions used to aid in the well-being of clients who were in distress.

Techniques and solutions used to aid the well-being of clients who were in distress have evolved drastically over the years. Before treatment plans and therapy the source of clients problems/behavior was thought to be caused my evil spirits. Techniques used to aid clients in distress included using a crude saw to remove disks of bone from the skull called trephining. it was thought that by doing so evil spirits would leave the body. Also institutions like insane asylums were founded that treated clients poorly.

2. Describe the evolution of human well-being services, from the middle ages to present day by individuals, professionals and society.

Throughout the middle ages our understanding of human behavior was limited and thought to be caused by evil spirits. Although poverty and disease was high the government/society took on the responsibility to care for the mentally ill. This is when hospitals and insane asylums became major institutions. They housed and fed individuals in need. Now in present day more of an understanding for human behavior has been developed and a whole industry has risen.  Through the knowledge we’ve gained treatment plans, therapy and a better understanding of individuals in society has lead to promoting well-being.

3. Describe how Obama-Care’s mission is to aid the well-being of Americans.

The mission of Obama-Care is to provide affordable health insurance to millions of Americans without it. Through the Affordable Care Act Millions of Americans are able to get insurance they wouldn’t be able to afford otherwise. With little to no cost to these individuals they are now able to seek the necessary aid they need instead of showing up to an emergency room when it too late. This act promotes well-being to Americans because they can now afford health care and wont hesitate to seek help when its needed or too late.

4. Describe how social philosophies were promoted to aid in the well-being of clients/society.

Social philosophies such as individualism and social Darwinism were promoted to aid in the well-being of clients. These philosophies emphasized on the individual and promoted hard work as well as overcoming poverty. while laissez-faire promoted the responsibility of society to care for everyone as a whole rather than the individual.

5. Describe how the mental health movement promoted the well-being of clients/society.

Because of the mental health movement well-being was promoted in clients/society. Free human service and treatment was available to aid mentally ill clients. Also clinical psychology was developed that gave a more effective treatment.

6. Describe how the human service movement promoted the well-being of clients/society.

The human service movement promotes well-being in society and individual clients through proper training. Due to the upraise of problems in living institutions were no longer responsible for clients in need but the community took on the responsibility which made it possible to aid more clients.

7. Describe how entitlement benefits (Medicare, Medicaid, Welfare) promote the well-being of individuals/society.

Medicare, Medicaid and welfare promote well-being in individuals as well as in society. because of these entitlement benefits individuals and families are able to use services within the medical field they wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford. Benefits such as Welfare aid individuals in the process of rehabilitation while they get jobs and rejoin society as productive individuals.

8. Describe how legislation promotes the well-being of individuals/society.

Legislations promote well-being in individuals as well as in society because without them acts such as the prescription drug act wouldn’t exist and health care reforms wouldn’t aid clients. Through these legislations patients are offered coverage to seek the help they need and are able to get the necessary drugs they need to keep them well.

1. Describe how the client empowerment model for change effectively impacts a client’s well-being status? Include what the professional would do to implement the model in the counseling session.

The client empowerment model for change effectively impacts a client’s well-being by developing the confidence in a client or someone in need that the power is in their hand and their voice should be heard. This model is used to support the client in developing their agenda, to support structure and plan for change. A human service professional would implement this model in a counseling session by asking clients questions then analyzing their responses and guiding them through the process but allowing them to figure it out on their own.

2. Describe how a community-based agency’s mission and goals promotes well-being and happiness for their clients.

A community-based agency’s mission and goals promotes well-being and happiness for their clients by clearly stating their purpose is helping the client and only have their well-being in mind.

3. Describe how an agency’s organizational chart promotes well-being through the chain of command.

An agency’s organization chart promotes well-being by clearly showing the flow of professionals, departments and individuals. As well stating what departments or individuals work closely together and provide certain services.

4. Describe how the referral process is utilized in relation to the clients well-being.

The referral process is utilized in relation to the clients well-being because during this process a human service professional must pair a client with the proper facility. During this process a professional must make sure the agency they are referring their client to offers the service they need and they are eligible to receive their services. As well as within the clients reach.

5. Describe how an informal network can aid in the referral and well-being goals.

An informal network can aid the referral when a professional’s agency might not have the adequate help a client needs but the professional themselves know someone who can aid the client. this informal network can be within the professional’s social circle or family.

6. Describe how documentation and paperwork requirements aid in the well-being of the client.

Documentation and paperwork requirements aid in the clients well-being in the case they the professional working with a client has to refer the client to a different agency or a different professional they are able to read the clients file and understand the need of that individual.

7. Describe how stress and “burnout” of the worker can impact the clients well-being?

Stress and “burnout” of a human service professional effects the clients well-being. The human service professional no longer has the ability to properly aid a client in need. They begin to lack basic values such as tolerance and acceptance. Once the client realizes the professional lacks these values they no longer see the professional in a positive light and no longer feel safe with them. therefor their well-being is at stake.

8. Describe how professional development activities can impact the well-being of the worker. Describe how it also impacts service delivery to the client.

When a professional is experiencing encapsulation, burnout and vicarious trauma developing activities aid the worker and the service delivery to the client. By developing new skills and knowledge about clients they worker not only aids themselves but the client as well. New information is always available in the human service field so the service delivery is more effective with new knowledge.

9. Describe how a human service worker can utilize client empowerment as a tool in the well-being of client.

Utilizing empowerment as a tool aid the client by developing their confidence which in the long run sets them up for success. When they feel empowered they have the ability to figure out their lives and have skills to help other in their lives and their communities.

1 .Describe how the Human Services Code of Ethics initiates guides and promotes a clinical arena for professional and client well-being.

The human service code of Ethics serves to promote a clinical arena for professionals. It sets in place boundaries and guidelines on do’s and don’ts of a client and helpers relationship. As well as a professionals role and responsibilities to the client as well as society. With this code both the professional and the client’s well-being is put first and no confusion can occur on ones duties or role.

2. Describe how the human service professional’s responsibility to clients promotes well-being.

A Human service professional’s responsibility to client’s well-being is promoted when the professional shows that they understand what is important to the client. They check up on their clients, making sure that their well-being isn’t being compromised or that they aren’t in any danger, to themselves or others. Also by following the Human Service Code of Ethics, helping and fulfilling the clients wants and needs. As well as being aware of their clients cultures and environment.

3. Describe how the human service professional’s responsibility to the community and society promotes well-being.

A Human Service professional’s responsibility to the community and society’s well-being is demonstrated in the work they do with those who are in need of help. Whether its help with a drug issue or an adolescent’s problem a human service professional uses their skills to help improve these people’s lives. And rehabilitate them back into society and the community.

4. Describe how the human service professional’s responsibility to colleagues promotes well-being for the client.

A Human service professional’s responsibility to colleagues is shown in the manner that they lend a helping hand. Every professional should be well connected and communicate for the well-being of the client. If there is any question in a client’s treatment plan another professional’s input or advice can be asked for and taken into consideration. Good communication should also be demonstrated when a professionals ethics are questioned. As colleagues one should feel safe approaching another to discuss their behavior. And in the event that their behavior doesn’t improve then a supervisor had to be told. Also when it comes to getting specific help for your client one of your colleagues might have the right person to call or can set up meetings to help the clients well-being.

5. Describe how the human service professional’s responsibility to the profession promotes well-being for the clients.

As a human service professional you have the responsibility to the profession to have the proper academic training, the dedication and commitment to help a client develop their best well-being, and a good work ethic. Their work with clients should demonstrate that they care and have a good relationship the clients well-being should be first above anything else. Any decision made should be in the client’s best interest and sensitive to their specific needs. They should also be open for improvement and suggestions.

6. Describe how the human service professional’s responsibility to employers promotes well-being for the client.

The human service professional’s responsibility to the employer promotes well-being to the client when both professionals have a good relationship and communicate well. The employer makes sure that the human service professional is doing their job properly and is up holding the code of ethics. As well as making sure that neither the professional or the client is in any danger or isn’t being care for properly.

7. Describe how the human service professional’s responsibility to self promotes well-being for the clients.

As a human service professional your responsibility to self promotes well-being for the client become as a human service professional their training and education has prepared them for what’s ahead. The professional has a general idea of client’s situations and is confident to aid a client. Their well-being is acknowledged and is but first.

8. Describe how the human service professional’s responsibility to educators promotes well-being for the client.

As a human service professional one should be aware and informed of the code of ethics in their education. As an educator one’s personal views and opinions shouldn’t interfere with students and should be open to others views without judgment.

9. Describe the four stages of ethical decision making. Indicate how it strives to promote well-being to the client/society.

When making a decision the human service professional should take into consideration the four steps that prompt well-being. The four steps include identifying the problem, consulting with fellow colleagues, identifying and exploring solutions, and choosing a course of action and actually doing it. When ones identifies the problem an in-depth conversation should be conducted and once should keep in mind the code of ethics as well as the client’s environment. When consulting with colleague’s evidence that one has acted in good faith is shown and that the proper solution has been determined. While coming up with a decision and exploring options brain storming and having plenty of options is crucial. When a course of action is determined it should be explained and a way of actually doing so should be identified. This process promoted well-being to the client and society because the decision making wasn’t just made on a whim. Time and energy was actually demonstrated and the proper solution for both the client and the professional was identified and can now be conducted.

1- Describe problems in living and how individuals experience these problems in terms of their sense of well-being.

Problems in living include malnutrition, poor to no housing and no opportunities for development. With these issues on the rise individuals have a poor sense of well-being. There are people who have no idea on how to help themselves and about the help that is available to them. They face economic struggles as well as poor living conditions and little to no education.

2-Describe how can human service networking aid in the well-being of clients.

As a human service professional networking aids the client’s well-being by providing the proper help and guidance. As a human service professional your services can be limited but through networking and teaming you can find someone who can surpass your limitations and help the client. In areas in which you aren’t able to help with.

3-Describe how utilizing an interdisciplinary approach within the work of a human service professional can aid to the well-being of a client/society.

By using an interdisciplinary approach to aid a client/society you as a professional can put yourself in their situation and have a better idea of what they’re facing. By analyzing their behavior, society and culture you have a better understanding of why they face certain problems or have handled them the way they have. By doing so you can analyze and aid the individual properly to come up with an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.

4-Describe how social care, social control and rehabilitation contributes to the well-being of an individual? Society?

These three distinct functions of human services contributes to the well-being of an individual as well as society. With these three function it is easier to identify the type of help that an individual needs. Although all three function can occur in one individual. In society these functions serve as a way to help and guide people that fall under these categories and establish a treatment plan.

5-Describe how the relationship between the worker and client can be an integral part in the well-being of a client.

The relationship between a human service professional and a client is essential. Without a relationship both parties wouldn’t be able to accomplish their goals, whether to help or to be helped. An understanding or trust must be established between the worker and the client in order to have a productive session or talk. If the client doesn’t feel trust with the worker then lies and excuses may get in the way of progress and make the process difficult and truly pointless.

6-Describe the clinical/professional job tasks the human service professional performs in aiding the well-being goals of the client.

When aiding a client to accomplish his or her goals a human service professional must approach their clients and have an in depth conversation about his or her life. They must identify the issues that are preventing them in achieving well-being and offer their clients options to come out of their deficit.

7-Describe how being a generalist human service worker aids in the well-being of those they serve.

A generalist human service worker oversees and is in charge of all the processes their clients go through. They possess every fundamental skill in the field and specialize in group treatment. This benefits the client because they only have to interact with one human service professional that they’ve come to know and trust.

8-Describe how the clinical/professional may steer the client to be self-sufficient

When it comes to helping client become self-sufficient a human service professional gives the client tools in order to build up their self-esteem. Once they gain self-esteem they are able to help themselves. They become independent, financially, and gain control of their lives.     .

9-Describe how the human service delivery system provides Almeada with social care, social control, and rehabilitation in order to create a path of well-being in her life.

While Almeada was pregnant with baby Anne she was receiving social care from Ms. LaRosa. Almeada was unable to take care of herself and her parents. She wasn’t receiving the proper prenatal care and wasn’t attending school. Ms LaRosa was aiding Almeada with tools to continue her education while she was pregnant as well as after baby Anne was born. in addition to working with Alameda and her education Ms LaRosa would also take Almeada to a local clinic to receive prenatal care. Once Almeada moved to a new neighborhood and lost contact with Ms. LaRosa. Almeada needed help once again and received social control. Almeada had failed to use the tools and options Ms. LaRosa had previously given her and was now in a desperate situation. Almeada once again reached out to Ms.LaRosa and was able to provide her with a solution as to who could help her in her new neighborhood. Once Ms. LaRosa connected Almeada with Hernando Alvarez Almeada received rehabilitation. She slowly become more confident and worked on her life and baby Anne’s.

10-Describe how evidence based practice knowledge can be utilized by the professional to aid in the clients well-being.

When a professional uses evidence based practice knowledge they have somewhat of a guideline or reassurance to their service plan. They have an understanding of research on their case and are able to provide accurate toolkits in order to assure a client’s well-being.