Homework: Counseling
For this homeworkyou will select a marginalized group (veterans, minorities, individuals with disabilities, etc.) and write a paper of 1,750 to 2,100 words that can be used as a resource when working with an individual from the selected group. Use peer-reviewed resources to support your use of a specific career theory as well as interventions with this population. The paper should include the following:
A. An explanation of who the population is and why it is important for this group to receive career counseling
B. Statistics on the group (e.g., how large, how many have employment problems, how many utilize career counseling)
C. Discussion of career counseling theory to be used with the group (e.g., Minnesota theory of work adjustment). Include evidence supporting the use of this theory in the general population as well as within the group. Note: If none are available, it is important to indicate that as well.
D. Basic plan for counseling utilizing chosen theory (e.g., interview, use of assessment tools, explanation of theory)
E. Environmental/personal barriers that may prevent the client from finding work (e.g., disability, substance use history, felony, transportation, limited computer access)
F. Local resources available to help the client obtain work (e.g., job center, training programs, support groups)
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.