Identify the Five Characteristics That Differentiate a Helping Professional from a Layperson

question 4

Essay

Identify the five characteristics that differentiate a helping professional from a layperson.

Appreciate the role of justice, both distributive and procedural, in ethical considerations.

Distinguish between terminal and instrumental values and their impact on ethical behavior.

Understand the ethical implications of actions and decisions in the workplace.

Grasp the concept of ethical dilemmas and how they challenge moral values.

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Definitions:

Group-Oriented

A focus on teamwork and collective goals rather than individual achievements.

Vroom-Jago Leader-Participation Model

A decision-making framework that helps leaders determine the level of involvement of team members in the decision-making process.

Decision Acceptance

The process by which individuals agree to support or abide by a decision, regardless of whether they agree with it fully.

Authority, Consultative

A management style where decision-making is shared among leaders and followers, but the ultimate authority rests with the leaders who solicit and consider input from subordinates.