Posts by "Haley Cox"
Individuals and families in low-income communities may have health problems that are impacted by factors related to poverty. Poor nutrition, lack of safe and stable housing, incarceration, unemployment, and chronic anxiety about income insecurity are among these factors. In 2016, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) created the pilot program Whole Person Care […]
Imagine living in a world where children were protected from abuse and neglect. Adult years involved experiences of productivity, positive growth, and personal satisfaction. People who sought support had their needs efficiently and effectively met by trained professionals. These professionals had the tools, resources, and insights needed to restore stability and empower independence. This is […]
Like most industries, the human services field is constantly changing. As community needs evolve and technology advances, new trends will emerge. This means your organization must redesign the way services are delivered to meet the needs of your community. You and your staff members need to stay current on these developing trends and how they […]
The field of human services involves meeting human needs through a combination of knowledge, prevention, and problem-solving strategies. The goal is to continuously improve the quality of life for targeted groups of people. Working in human services promotes the delivery of services through more efficient and effective systems. This addresses both the quality of direct […]
As a health and human services (HHS) agency, you may be struggling to serve a needy population. You might have a tight budget that limits the size of your workforce, even as your volume of caseloads continues to increase. This makes it hard for your staff to provide effective solutions that address the critical needs […]
Working in the mental health field provides opportunities to give others life-changing support. You are able to offer compassion, inspire hope, and teach the skills needed to overcome challenges. You may work with people of all ages on issues such as stress, communication, or self-esteem. Or, you could provide help with parenting, divorce, or aging. […]
Your work culture naturally develops within your organization. It guides your employees on the behaviors, expectations, and important issues that are part of your company’s current ecosystem. This is why you need to pay attention to your work culture every day. You want to reinforce positive employee behaviors and attitudes in order to cultivate a […]
When you have an open position on your behavioral health team, you take your time to fill it right. This makes sense, because choosing the wrong person can be costly in many ways. However, leaving the job open too long can also be problematic. The median time to hire for healthcare positions is 40 days, […]
Serving in a leadership role at your behavioral health organization has never been easy, but lately it’s been much more challenging. Right now your company is in crisis mode. Whether this was caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, a PR nightmare, financial difficulties, or any other reason, things aren’t great at work. You’ve really stood up […]
As a behavioral health professional, you’re committed to giving your best to your patients each day. This requires being fully present at work and focused on personal growth. However, this is often easier said than done, as distractions often get in the way. In order to keep mindfulness and professional growth at the forefront, you […]