Getting Ready to Help
A Primer on Interacting in Human Service
By Martin J. McMorrow ~ 2003
Exploring the relationship between the caregiving professional and the client, McMorrow frankly discusses the dynamics and underpinnings of this relationship.
He shows how to...
- recognize and avoid potentially harmful styles of interacting
- better understand behavior
- form relationships that benefit the caregiver and the person being helped
- promote autonomy and independence
- create personal intervention plans
- use positive reinforcement to increase desired behavior
- find rewards in helping others
Every person working in human services and rehabilitation should read this book for its insights into communication, behavior and the complex relationships between client and caregiver. It presents a philosophy and approach to helping people with dignity and respect, regardless of their disabling conditions or disruptive behaviors.
Using his frontline experience as clinician and supervisor, this manual will make you rethink your role as caregiver, reexamine what you are trying to accomplish, and take a fresh look at your approach. Few books have the frank and honest insights of this author and talk about care and treatment in a style that is applicable for any direct care person, whether new to the field or a seasoned veteran.
Item: GRTH 104 pages, soft cover ISBN 1-55766-612-1
