Unit 9: Assignment Information

The Unit 9 Assignment is an opportunity for you to apply the knowledge and strategies you explored during this term. In your Assignment, you will use the information you have gathered from the Case Study provided to write an informative essay describing the helping process as it applies to this specific case.

In a 2- to 4-page informative essay, please address the following:

• Explain the role of the human service professional in the helping process.
  Identify an appropriate professional image, including body language and appearance. Explain the importance of these characteristics when working with clients who may disagree or cause uncomfortable tension.

• Discuss how personal values, beliefs, prejudices and stereotypes can help or harm the helping process.

• Discuss the potential ethical and legal issues surrounding this case and what your obligations as a professional would be regarding those issues.

• Explain what recommendations you would make for these clients and your rationale behind each recommendation.

  Your paper should include the following:

  • Title Page

  • Main body of the paper (2-4 pages, including an introductory paragraph, supporting paragraphs,

    and a concluding paragraph)

  • Reference page

  • Correct APA formatting for in-paper citations

    It also should be free of spelling and grammatical errors. You should follow these formatting guidelines in your paper:

    • Use standard margins: 1” on all sides

    • Use standard 12-point font size, Arial or Times New Roman

    • Use standard double-spacing

    • Be sure your text is left justified

      Your Assignment should be written adhering to the guidelines of Standard American English and the formatting and documentation should adhere to the standards of the American Psychological Association (APA). This means that your thoughts should be well-organized and original. Also included in Standard American English is the use of correct grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. Remember, writing is a process, so please seek help from the Kaplan Writing Center if writing is a challenge for you. You can also refer to the APA Quick Reference Guide for help with formatting your Assignment.