Discussion 1: Changing Nature of Helping in Human Services

Introduction to the Case Study

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BARBARA BENOLIEL: In practice, Human Service professionals get to play a lot of different roles. And we're kind of unique in that, that we can work interprofessionally. To do that, though, we have to have a great skill set, be very flexible, really good at negotiating, and be able to have a broad network of others that we can call on.

You going to get a chance to see this in action in this case study. This is the study about the Fisher family. John and Johanna Fisher and their two kids, and what happens to them when they get into a situation that results in some unintended consequences.

You're going to see how they need some help and how they turn to Human Service professionals to find that help. And part of your role is going to be analyzing what's going on, where you think the help is needed, and see what sort of services you would suggest for the family.

As you go through this study, you're going to see the challenges the family faces. And also to see what the Human Service professionals face, both their dilemmas and their ethical considerations, as they try and help the family solve the problems.

I'm hoping this is going to generate some great discussion in the class. And you're going to get a chance to share your opinions and your ideas with your colleagues.

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