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Hello, I’d like a revision done on this paper. My professor said the point of the paper was missed. The paper is supposed to be about identifying the technical standards that are discussed in the Professional Expectation and Standards handout below.

The Human Services and Chemical Dependency Counseling Student Must Have:

Communication:
Students should be able to communicate with and observe clients in order to elicit information, describe developmental stages and perceive nonverbal communications. They must be able to communicate effectively and respectfully with all clients, referral sources and agency staff. Communication includes not only speech but also reading and writing in English. They must be able to communicate effectively, sensitively and efficiently in professional oral and written formats.

Behavioral and Social Attributes
Students must be able to interact with peers, clients, staff and faculty in an emotionally stable, professional, honest and ethical manner. They must take personal and professional responsibility for their behavior in their present life situations and in the community. In addition, the respect of diversity of cultures among clients, staff, faculty and peers is paramount.

Students must possess the emotional health required to exercise good judgment. The completion of all responsibilities related to the care and planning for clients is required. The development of mature, sensitive, effective and professional relationships with all clients, staff and referral agencies is expected.

Students must be able to tolerate and adapt to changing environments, display flexibility, and learn to function in the face of uncertainties in the field and assigned agency setting. Agency placements involve application of skills acquired in the classroom setting to actual clients and programs. In addition to the cognitive and critical thinking skills required in all agency settings, students must also demonstrate skills in assessment, referral and advocacy.

Recognition of Qualifications and Limitations:
Students must recognize the limitations to their training and abilities and must not exceed these in working with clients and various programs. It is important that students recognize when situations are beyond their knowledge or ability. When such situations arise, students will seek assistance from their supervisors and instructor.