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CaseManagementConference: “Sharpening Our Skills” The Wellness Coalition
ModelingProfessionalism Timberly Williams - AmeriCorpsVista The Volunteer and Information Center
ModelingProfessionalism Professional Attire? Race? Credentials? Experience? Gender?
Professionalism is apassion, A personalresponsibility & devotion to a life of service. ~President Barack Obama
Professionalism A CHARACTER TRAIT?
Altruism Dependable Responsible Dedicated Respectful Integrity
Characteristics of an Altruistic Professional • Altruism (al·tru·ism/ˈaltro͞oˌizəm) • Behavior that promotes the survival chances of others at a cost to one’s own. • Self-sacrifice for the benefit of others
Characteristics of a Dependable Professional *When you’re dependable, people can spot you from miles away* Trustworthy Honor Your Word Follow-Up TIP: Avoid making promises. Instead, take action!
Characteristics of a Responsible Professional Follows through on commitments Promises only what can be delivered Delivers on time Is accountable for own actions The anointing to say “no” Makes decisions based on possibilities. Considers the best interest of the client. Confronts discrepancies between intentions and actions. Think before reacting.
Characteristics of a Dedicated Professional Goes beyond the call of duty. Loyal to the profession both when it is praised and criticized. Belongs to and takes an active part in professional organizations. Articulates the profession’s philosophy and practice to the public.
Characteristics of a Respectful Professional
Characteristics of Integrity in a Professional Integrity is what you do when no one is watching. ~Unknown
ProfessionalismMerriam - Webster The conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize or mark a profession or a professional person.
“If you want to change attitudes, start with a change in behavior. In other words, begin to act the part, as well as you can, of the person you would rather be, the person you most want to become. Gradually, the old, fearful person will fade away.” ~William Glasser, Psychiatrist
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