Human Services M4A1

$7.00  Discussion board

Private and Public Agencies

In this assignment, you will address the differences and  similarities between public and private agencies, and their  organizational structures and funding sources. This discussion will  expose you to the many factors that influence how agencies function on a  daily basis, from securing funding to selecting their model of service  delivery. There will also be an emphasis on how systems theory is used  when working with clients as well as how it influences operational  structures of agencies.

Tasks:

Using your textbook, and the Internet, explore some of the differences in  the service delivery models used in private and public agencies. In your  response, address the following:

• Identify several of the major differences in service delivery models used by private and public agencies.
• In your response, be sure to discuss  the differences in the access to services, types of interventions, and  the organization's structure.
• Explain how these differences may affect clients or patients.
• As a professional, discuss how your job might be affected by other  direct service providers or managers while working in these two  settings.

Submission Details:

• By the due date assigned, post your responses to this Discussion Area  in a minimum of 200 words. Your response should rely upon at least two  sources from professional literature. This may include the Argosy  University online library resources, relevant textbooks, peer-reviewed  journal articles, and websites created by professional organizations,  agencies, or institutions (.edu, .org, or .gov). Write in a clear,  concise, and organized manner; demonstrate ethical scholarship in  accurate representation and attribution of sources (i.e., APA format);  and use accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.