Human Service Field Analysis

Individual Excellence Kary Waelchli BSHS 461 July 16, 2013 Michael Moore Individual Excellence Goal setting is a basic principle, yet essential in the strategic planning process for realizing, and attaining personal and professional success. Perhaps one of the most significant processes a person can make in his or pursuit for growth is to understand what he or she values; developing self-knowledge. The purpose of this paper is to construct a force field analysis of managing a human service program using a list of interrelated and interdependent elements of human service functions. I will list my personal driving and restraining forces as well
The lack of experience and knowledge will impede my desired state in leading, managing, or supervising. Initially, I will have to take a lower-level position in the human service field. Nevertheless, I will use my desire to encourage and connect with others to assist me in helping those individuals or groups with the objective of meeting his or her needs, and improving his or her quality of life. I will use my social or interpersonal skills, and connections to influence and encourage clients. Additionally, the relational component will aid me in collaborating with others for developing treatment plans, and obtaining resources for an individual or the organization. I must make a conscious effort not to become too altruistic in my effort to make a difference in the world, or I will experience disappointment and
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