Operating at an optimum level is what drives a Human Service Provider to help people and/or the organizations they serve. The human service worker has a special and specific skill set to understand individuals and group dynamics. Continuing education and knowledge seeking is the hallmark of a good Human Service Professional. 

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Competence must be exhibited in the areas of: human systems and organizations, conditions conducive to highest functioning, identifying interventions, ability to analyze and implement strategies, consistency in application of appropriate interventions, excellent planning and processing of services. 

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The effective professional will combine the above attributes with excellent communication abilities. The goal is happier, healthier individuals within and without of healthier organizations. They will deliver services within a variety of settings either within public policy, or a public setting.