Create a definition of competence in the field of human services.

Your original response to the Discussion topic should be at least 300 words and should reflect the fact that you have completed the assigned readings and activities. Use your words wisely so that the posting has substance and includes examples and explanations. Remember to include APA style citations and a reference list..

Competence and Accountability:

Human service professionals are expected to meet and maintain certain standards of competence in the profession, often measured by education, training, supervision, and experience. After completing your Reading for this week, please respond to the following questions:

• In your own words, create a definition of competence in the field of human services.
• Discuss why competence is essential to the helping relationship.
• Use the Internet and the Library to investigate the minimum standards of competence for human service professionals in your state. Describe these requirements.
• Consider the Case Example of Rasheed regarding multicultural competencies on pages 216–217 of your text. Imagine you are a case worker at a human service agency working with Steve. What is your reaction to this case? Does it raise personal issues for you? If you were in Rasheed’s position, would you feel competent to work with Steve? What if Steve discovered that he harbored negative attitudes toward African Americans? Would that make a difference in your response to this scenario?
• Develop a plan for maintaining your own competence in the human services profession. In other words, what will you do to remain competent in your work?
• Discuss ethical considerations in research and publication. Give specific examples of how these issues may impact clients. Please use different examples than have been stated by your classmates.