Technology: Technology in Micro Practice

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jerry Finn
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Online Therapy ◽  
Ethical Concerns ◽  
Human Service Agencies ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
Therapeutic Services ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
New Policies ◽  
Service Agencies

Online therapy is the delivery of supportive and therapeutic services over the Internet. Online therapy offers the advantages of convenience and increased access to services. Service delivery may be problematic due to ethical concerns and legal liability. Limited research supports the efficacy of online therapy for a variety of health and social concerns. Increased use of the Internet by consumers and human service agencies will likely see growing use of online therapy and require training for workers and development of new policies and procedures for online service delivery.

State Efforts to Support the Engagement of Nonresident Fathers in the Lives of Their Children

2019 ◽  
Vol 100 (4) ◽  
pp. 392-408
Author(s):  
Jessica Pearson ◽  
Jay Fagan
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Human Service ◽  
Child Support ◽  
Return On Investment ◽  
Nonresident Fathers ◽  
State Agencies ◽  
Block Grant ◽  
Human Service Agencies ◽  
Service Agencies ◽  
Temporary Assistance

Few states invest in programs to help nonresident fathers engage in the financial and emotional lives of their children. The present study examines 12 exemplary states that promote, fund, and evaluate nonresident fatherhood engagement through an array of state agencies, policies, and fatherhood programs. Our study finds that states with substantial fatherhood initiatives share some common characteristics, including strong leadership from executives of state human service agencies, funding from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant and/or child support, multiagency collaborations for service delivery, and documentation of program benefits and return on investment.

Right to Resources or Competency?

1996 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 125-132
Author(s):  
Carol A. Westphal
Keyword(s):  
Social Work ◽  
Managed Care ◽  
Service Delivery ◽  
Human Service ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Care Service ◽  
Public Funding ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Human Service Agencies ◽  
Service Agencies

As public funding for human service agencies shrinks, privatization of service delivery becomes more prevalent, and efficiency is prioritized. A review of the literature identifies the response during the 1980s cutbacks in funding as an increase in the use of lay resources. This article will address the relevance and concerns this response might invoke for service providers today as privatization moves us into private, nonprofit, and more extensive managed care service delivery. Interviews were conducted with professionals and students of social work regarding use of lay resources and incorporated into the discussion and recommendation portions of the article.

Citizens' Use of the Internet and Public Service Delivery

2022 ◽  
pp. 1075-1086
Author(s):  
Qinfeng Zhu ◽  
Marko M Skoric ◽  
Tai-Quan Peng
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Public Service ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Penetration Rate ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
The Internet ◽  
National Bureau ◽  
Public Service Delivery ◽  
Internet Penetration ◽  
Use Of The Internet

This article examines citizens' use of the Internet as a popular feedback mechanism, and argues that it can help improve institutional performance. Specifically, it assesses the relationship between Internet penetration rate and public service delivery across 31 first-level administrative divisions in People's Republic of China from 1997 to 2014. A hierarchical linear modelling was conducted using secondary data released by the National Bureau of Statistics and the China Internet Network Information Centre. The result shows a positive relationship between Internet penetration rate and public service delivery when controlling for GDP per capita and education level. The positive relationship increases over time in general. The implications of Internet use for performance-based legitimacy and its impact on political change (or stability) in the authoritarian context are further discussed.

scholarly journals Application of Internet for Service Delivery in Selected Special Libraries in Kaduna Metropolis

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (7) ◽  
pp. 411
Author(s):  
Ikegwuiro, Patience Uloaku
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Power Supply ◽  
Global Perspective ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Internet Services ◽  
Effective Application ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Effective Use

The study investigated the Application of Internet for service delivery in some selected special libraries in Kaduna state. The objectives of the study were to ascertain the kind of Internet services used in the special libraries; to ascertain the library services where internet is applied; to find out the extent of internet application in library services; to ascertain the level of satisfaction of the staff with the application of the Internet and to determine the factors that hinder the effective application of Internet in the libraries. Survey method of research was adopted. The population of the study was made up of 38 library staff from the four (4) selected special libraries. Descriptive statistical tools such as simple percentages and tables were used to analyze the data. The study revealed that the application of Internet to library services is not significantly high. The study also found out that the librarians derive satisfaction in the application of Internet in their library services because it helps for effective services delivery, though some factors were discovered to be a hindrance for effective application of the Internet in the special libraries which include: low bandwidth; poor funding; erratic power supply, technology obsolescence and high cost of connectivity and maintenance. The study recommends that Internet services should be adequately used by the special libraries in Kaduna metropolis in carrying out the housekeeping operations and services of the library; libraries administrations in Kaduna metropolis should make sure that there is steady power supply in the libraries for effective use of the Internet services for service delivery; The special libraries should make sure that Internet facilities are serviced regularly; and training of staff on for effective use of the Internet. The study concludes that special libraries in Kaduna metropolis are still on the verge of meeting up with the global perspective of ICT compliance. This notwithstanding, the Internet services are available in such a way that libraries can apply them to library service to enhance the quality of their service delivery.

scholarly journals Guidelines for successful online service delivery in orofacial myology

2020 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-76
Author(s):  
Charlotte Boshart
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
World Wide ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Online Service ◽  
Online Therapy ◽  
Online Services ◽  
Myofunctional Therapy ◽  
Assessment And Treatment ◽  
Client Motivation ◽  
Therapeutic Services

Purpose: Since the advent of COVID-19, online services within most healthcare fields have become ubiquitous. This article investigates the research regarding the feasibility and effectiveness of delivering online services and provides a tutorial of ideas and information to successfully implement online orofacial myofunctional therapy. Method: This article is a compilation of evidence-based results on the topic of online service delivery and perspectives and experiences shared by three service delivery providers. Results: It is possible to compensate for the interactive differences between in-person and online myofunctional therapy. It is believed that online therapeutic services are an efficient and effective mode of service delivery. Discussion: Although online service delivery is not new, the current world-wide pandemic has brought telehealth to the forefront. In a time of increased demand for distance treatment, the orofacial myologist must rapidly develop competency and comfort within the new assessment and treatment online paradigm. It is positive to know that research to date indicates that clients within associated fields benefit from the accessibility, ease, and convenience of online service delivery. This article summarizes legal considerations, technology, treatment preparation, client motivation, and the implementation of online therapy.

Internet Practices of Certified Rehabilitation Counselors and Analysis of Guidelines for Ethical Internet Practices

2011 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 99-112
Author(s):  
Ilana S. Lehmann ◽  
William Crimando
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Rehabilitation Counseling ◽  
National Sample ◽  
Rehabilitation Counselors ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Ethical Concerns ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Certified Rehabilitation Counselors

The Internet has become an integral part of the practice of rehabilitation counseling. To identify potential ethical issues regarding the use of the Internet by counselors, two studies were conducted. In Study 1, we surveyed a national sample of rehabilitation counselors regarding their use of technology in their work and home settings. Results suggested that all counselors use email and find information on the Internet, and some also use the Internet to socialize. Some online activities in which counselors engage raise ethical concerns. Study 2 was a content analysis of ethical codes of three national counseling associations and three states that license rehabilitation counselors for the amount of guidance these codes provide regarding Internet activities. Results indicated that although the ethical use of technology has been identified in the codes, there are still areas in which the guidance is only indirect at best.

Citizens' Use of the Internet and Public Service Delivery

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 32-42
Author(s):  
Qinfeng Zhu ◽  
Marko M Skoric ◽  
Tai-Quan Peng
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Public Service ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Penetration Rate ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
The Internet ◽  
National Bureau ◽  
Public Service Delivery ◽  
Internet Penetration ◽  
Use Of The Internet

This article examines citizens' use of the Internet as a popular feedback mechanism, and argues that it can help improve institutional performance. Specifically, it assesses the relationship between Internet penetration rate and public service delivery across 31 first-level administrative divisions in People's Republic of China from 1997 to 2014. A hierarchical linear modelling was conducted using secondary data released by the National Bureau of Statistics and the China Internet Network Information Centre. The result shows a positive relationship between Internet penetration rate and public service delivery when controlling for GDP per capita and education level. The positive relationship increases over time in general. The implications of Internet use for performance-based legitimacy and its impact on political change (or stability) in the authoritarian context are further discussed.

Courting the Youth Vote in 2008: The Obama Effect

2009 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lindsey C Bohl
Keyword(s):  
Presidential Elections ◽  
Voter Registration ◽  
The Internet ◽  
The Past ◽  
Several Variables ◽  
High Turnout ◽  
Short And Long Term ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Youth Vote

This paper examines a few of the numerous factors that may have led to increased youth turnout in 2008 Election. First, theories of voter behavior and turnout are related to courting the youth vote. Several variables that are perceived to affect youth turnout such as party polarization, perceived candidate difference, voter registration, effective campaigning and mobilization, and use of the Internet, are examined. Over the past 40 years, presidential elections have failed to engage the majority of young citizens (ages 18-29) to the point that they became inclined to participate. This trend began to reverse starting in 2000 Election and the youth turnout reached its peak in 2008. While both short and long-term factors played a significant role in recent elections, high turnout among youth voters in 2008 can be largely attributed to the Obama candidacy and campaign, which mobilized young citizens in unprecedented ways.

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