While the majority of our posts are on work and disability issues, I thought it would be helpful to share a few resources specific to youth with disabilities. I’ve worked… Click to read the full article
Maintaining Professional Boundaries – Tip #8
Be Accountable When working in a community setting, it’s easy to get lost, emotionally and professionally, in the systems that you’re assisting. Stay in touch with an anchor who can… Click to read the full article
Maintaining Professional Boundaries – Tip #7
Be a Role Model Customers look up to you so you need to lead by example. Never exhibit behavior that is unprofessional, such as using profanity or taking advantage of… Click to read the full article
Maintaining Professional Boundaries – Tip #6
Be Consistent Consistency is at the core of an effective professional relationship. Always do what you say you’re going to do. If necessary, underpromise and overdeliver! You need to… Click to read the full article
Maintaining Professional Boundaries – Tip #5
Don’t Shift From Service-Provider to Employer Similar to the previous principle, don’t ask customers to perform personal services or work for you, even if it’s for pay. This may represent… Click to read the full article
Maintaining Professional Boundaries – Tip #4
Don’t Open Your Wallet While this may seem obvious, it’s very easy for this to happen, especially when someone is operating on good intentions. Discipline yourself to only use available… Click to read the full article