STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Research agencies of interest to identity agency mission/goals and objectives.

 II.     Develop skills and techniques for interviewing for practicum placement.

 III.    Exhibit professional ethics for clients and colleagues

 IV.     Differentiate the various roles or activities human services workers perform and the necessary supporting skills.

 V.      Demonstrate ability to effectively use supervision in the procticum site.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Selection and Application Process

         A.      Self-Awareness and Assessment of Qualities and Motivations

         B.      Agency Information Development

         C.      Interviewing Techniques

 II.     Agency Policies and Procedures

         A.      Learning Objectives

         B.      Ethical Considerations

         C.      Agency Environment

 III.    Supervision

         A.      Role of Supervisor

         B.      Expectations

         C.      Communication

 IV.     Performance Roles in Delivery of Services

         A.      Brokering

         B.      Consumer Advocating

         C.      Mobilizing

         D.      Coaching and Counseling

         E.      Rehabilitating

         F.      Consulting

         G.      Information Collecting

         H.      Information Managing

 V.      Relationship Building

         A.      Interview

         B.      Assessment

 VI.     Evaluation and Termination

         A.      Attainment of Learning Objectives

         B.      Activities and Skills