Bobby Harris
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Bobby Harris Quick Facts
- Main Areas
- Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Career Focus
- Empowering Other's
- Affiliation
- Direct Support Solutions, LLC
Bobby Harris is a driven, experienced and knowledgeable professional within areas such as healthcare, childhood education, abuse intervention and crisis prevention; organizational leadership and intellectual / developmental disabilities.
Bobby managed to earn his bachelors degree in social work,as well as his masters of science in health care administration; while boasting a professional curriculum within the health and human services branches dating back to the mid 90s!
On the premises of such an extensive background, Bobby is keen on sharing his wealth of insights, skills, tools, tips and
consideration through his inspired and reader-friendly articles appearing in various publications, as well as on his own imprint, “Direct Support Solutions”
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Living With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
In a world that has been consistently and admirably trying to better itself for people with disabilities, the knowledge among the general population about intellectual and developmental disabilities is still remarkably limited. For those who are relatively new to these terms, here is a quick overview.
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Reach for the Stars: Making Dreams a Reality in Human Services
Early in my career as a Case Manager for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, I had the privilege to play a part in turning someone's dream into a reality. The person, we will call Joe, was a huge fan of cooking shows, especially Emeril Lagasse. Each year Joe wanted to see Emeril as he was Joe's favorite Chef and TV personality.
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Direct Support Professional: Bridge Builders of Community Inclusion
Direct support Professional's (DSP's) have an important role in assisting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in becoming a part of their community. There are three areas we will explore in increasing successful community integration. Understanding the meaning of community inclusion is an important first step.
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Developmental Disability: A Curse in the Ancient Era
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Management Style and Higher Turnover Rates of Direct Support Professionals
Most Supervisors tend to subscribe to one of two thoughts on employee motivation. Intuitive Supervisors can "Prime" their employees for success by simply setting positive expectations. Supervisors that are short-fused can and often do, set negative expectations that become self-fulfilling prophecies. Depending on the outlook adopted, it can effect motivation and productivity of employees across the entire organization.
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Setting SMART Goals To Increase Employee Development
The Goal Setting Theory is perhaps one of the biggest and most instrumental motivation theories in the world of business management. Extensively researched and developed by Edwin Locke in the 1960's, the Goal Setting Theory emphasizes on the significance of setting a goal for employees, and more importantly, setting a goal in an appropriate way. Managers cannot always keep a close track of performance and motivation levels of all employees. This is where the Goal Setting Theory plays a crucial role.
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Applying Maslows Heiarchy of Needs in the Service of the Intellectual and Developmentaly Disabled
Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory consists of five interdependent levels that one strives to meet in a life cycle. Some cultures may place more or less emphasis on the importance of each level, but each has great applicability to achieving a meaningful life for all people. The hierarchy is depicted as a pyramid in which each level builds upon the previous. In the realm of intellectual and developmental services, the hierarchy is an excellent resource in determining unmet needs and motivation of some problematic behaviors. Basic Needs
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Understanding the ABC's of Behavior
ABC approach is a methodology adopted to study the behavior patterns of a person. ABC relates to Antecedents, Behavior and Consequences. The three words may look very simple, but the complexities involved in this study are exceptionally high. Understanding the ABC's of behavior enables one to build up effective strategies and combat erratic behavior of a person. For organizations, understanding employee behavior can lead to increase in efficiency as well as more productivity. Employee happiness can also lead to employing better strategies.
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Utilizing the Power of Positive Expectation
The Pygmalion effect is a simple theory based on the Power of Expectation. The Pygmalion Effect states that the higher the expectation placed on an individual by his/her supervisors; the better is the individual's performance.
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Direct Support Professional: Understanding Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation in Kentucky
Each State in the U.S. has a similar definition of abuse, neglect and exploitation. If you are a Direct Support Professional living in Kentucky, you need to know what the State Government of Kentucky defines as abuse, neglect and exploitation.
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How to Choose CPR, AED and First Aid Training
A common question often asked is which brand of CPR, AED and First Aid training is the best. The question is further complicated as there are many brands available to choose from across the United States and the world-wide web. In your situation which is best? The answer depends on a number of factors as well as your personal preference. All credible CPR, AED and First Aid courses will have a skills assessment component to ensure understanding of concepts and skill acquisition. Let us look at three national well-recognized brands of safety training and the offerings of each.
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Is Direct Support Professional (DSP) the Right Career for You?
People with intellectual or physical disabilities do have equal rights, just like you. However, it is not always possible for them to lead as normal a life as most. From carrying out daily chores to working in the community, they may need the support of others. That's where a DSP comes in.
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