The Profile Of The Professionals

The management of a consulting project calls on a variety of skills. This is an actuality that has been stressed throughout the course lectures, seminars and cases as well as throughout the course literature. The fact that consultants must integrate their skills when conducting a consulting project is as clear-cut as it is evident.

Classification by level is based on the amount of responsibility and ability that is required by the occupation. Responsibility (Roe &Klos, 1972, p.206) is particularly important and refers to the difficulty and complexity of decisions along with the variety of problems that people encounter in their work. Originally, Roe developed eight levels but then condensed them into six. The Six levels are described as follows (Roe &Klos, 1972, pp.208-209):-

Understanding one’s roles and responsibilities as a counselling professional impacts practice influences the quality of work presented, and sense of satisfaction, along with shaping one’s professional identity. Professional identity comprises the alignment of roles, responsibilities, values, and ethics being consistent with practice. Professional identity development is a complex process through which the sense of unity with a profession is established. Many counsellors view professional identity as a process resulting in companionable personal and professional uniqueness. Gale & Austin (2003) affirm as counsellors ‘engage in this individually unique growth process’, it is hoped that the counselling profession as a whole will be ‘strengthened as they reach a heightened sense of purpose and a synergistic collective identity’. To build a personal relationship with ones chosen a profession, however, it is undeniable that a clear foundation must be established, together with a professional philosophy being constructed which clarifies and distinguishes one’s profession. Conversely, parameters impacting this foundation include personal values,

Physical Body is centered primarily on the physical facet of health such as drugs and surgery. The mind of consciousness is likened with functioning. Bio-psycho-social is centered more on consciousness. Physical Body focuses predominantly on the human as a Physical Body and what can be done to fix it physically. Bio-psycho-social states that the mind is unlimited and boundless. In Bio-psycho-social the understanding came about that a person’s mental health can affect their physical health as well as the health of other people around them (Dossey).

“If you were a real professional, you 'd build a bridge and get over it.” By Jacqueline E. Smith, author of Between Worlds.

These profiles set out the generic competencies required of role holders at the particular level. Each role profile incorporates the competencies of any lower levels. It is unlikely that any single member of staff will be applying all the competencies at any one time but they would be expected to display them over a period of time. Just as individuals will not match to the most appropriate role profile in every respect, they may provide evidence of some of the competencies and responsibilities associated

Experienced, multi-faceted professional with demonstrated expertise in program oversight, including healthcare, strategic planning, regulatory compliance, policy development, contracting, and procurement. Highly analytical with a keen eye for details; skilled at synthesizing and editing information to achieve overall objectives. Highly adaptable at learning and understanding new technology, processes, and procedures. Ability to cultivate positive relationships with clients and colleagues; particularly adept at communicating with clarity and diplomacy to individuals from diverse cultural and organizational backgrounds.

Additionally, consultant should be part of the client’s team and participate in the process to obtain all information required, diagnose the problem and root causes

In analyzing problem solving, thee skills and role of a consultant can take on a variety of factors such as understanding the nature of the problems, purpose and desired outcomes of consultation, skills of the consultant and skills of the consultee (Dougherty,2014). The skills used to analyze problems in an organization, consultants will use a systemic approach which involves a variety of stages and levels of phases to ensure proper analysis, intervention, and implementation of existing problems.

For over 14 years, I have worked as a pastor and teacher to individuals of all ages, nationalities, and abilities. Within this capacity, I have successfully fine-tuned my ability to manage groups, solve problems, provide emotional support, manage conflict, and communicate effectively.

Throughout this course you will assume the role of a management consultant hired by a variety of clients. Each individual or group project you undertake will present a different management or leadership challenge. These projects will give you an opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of modern leadership issues and apply ethical theories and reasoning skills to business situations.

The dimensions of consultation allow professionals to better understand more about the specific roles, situations and methods consultants may be faced with once they are hired. Ridley (2013) explains that consultants may be faced with two different organizational views. First, where the organization will hire a consultant to provide tactics for preventive measures so that the company can function at a maximum level; this is referred to as Developmental Process. On the other hand the organization will chose to hire a consultant when the company is “pain”, in a crisis; this is referred to as Crisis Consultation.

For as long as I can recall people have been asking, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” the idea that our professional label defines us as individuals has been hardwired into our brains. More often than not I catch myself speaking about my job, don’t get me wrong I am passionate about what I do, but it is exactly that what I do, not who I am.

The presentation by Dr. Steward contained the main message of “What does a professional look like, and what does it mean to be a professional.” He opened up his presentation by walking in looking like a “thug” off the street. This purpose of this was to make us think about the characteristics we normally associate with a professional and how outward appearance plays a big part of people’s perceptions. He furthered this point later by pointing out the unprofessional nature of tattoos and piercings. Concerning this point, I could not agree more with him. As dentists, we are professionals and we need to present ourselves to the public in a professional manner. This means coming to work each day dressed and groomed our best.

The initial contract is for one year and the manager is directly responsible to the CEO of the “Compumend”.