Standard 19

Human Service Values
Client self determination, positive regard for all people, confidentiality, respect for diversity… Human Service Values : that stuff seems so molded into who I am and how I think that it’s hard to recognize a path I took to get there. I started with much of it, and have really grown into the vocabulary to live it now.
Appendix V is a very straightforward showcase of my understanding of helping people while upholding Human Service Values. Within that appendix there are 4 case studies from an example family in which I explore how I would assist these different family members in their path and as a whole. I consider each family member as in individual and help to guide them to the best and least intrusive avenue for assistance, while considering their development and capabilities.
Upholding human service values is also a part of working with communities as clients. Finding their strengths and encouraging the movement in the right direction for positive change and progress is a fundamental part of helping a community. Appendix R demonstrates my experience in assessment of a small community and some of their current efforts.
My internships working with youth has been monumental in my opportunities for application of treating individuals and populations with the values outlined in this field of work. I have applied all of the classroom learning about regarding individuals and working with people, professionalism, and working together with other professionals for a common goal for a population of people. The relationships I’ve built within the experiences of the job have enforced every single value and attitude I’ve gained through my academic program.
At times I still question my abilities and the likelihood that I can uphold the level of professionalism required as well as the undying belief in change. Some of these skills are difficult and take constant vigilance. I think that a certain level of awareness of the challenges associated with upholding such values will ensure that I will consistently perform well and continually improve my capabilities therein.