Abstract
This chapter will present proactive and reactive clinician engagement methods in the prevention and addressing of crises in human services settings. Categories and examples of crises will be discussed, along with management approaches for a variety of human services settings. Examples of crises in human services settings include natural disasters, disease, homelessness, suicide, violence, psychotic episodes, and other exacerbations of health conditions. Management of crises can involve provision of acute emotional and physical care, food, and water, along with long-term interventions for current or impending situations. Utilization of appropriate theoretical frameworks, such as trauma-informed care, Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, and Kübler-Ross’s stages of grief will be presented. The development of safety mechanisms and preventative planning involve the participation of human services professionals, their clients and clients’ families, and the clinicians’ supervisors. Addressing emergency situations, clinician personal risk, and liability will also be presented as important areas for human services professionals to be keenly aware.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Experiential Learning and Internship for Undergraduates |
Subtitle of host publication | A Workbook for Undergraduate Interns in the Human Services Field |
Publisher | Taylor and Francis |
Pages | 157-176 |
Number of pages | 20 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781040134443 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781032466569 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2024 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Medicine
- General Health Professions
- General Psychology
- General Social Sciences