Since the 1980s Dr. Finn has been doing research and publication related to the impact of information technology on human service practice as well as evaluation of human service programs. This has included a three-year study sponsored by Casey Family Services to evaluate a new model for reducing the digital divide among foster children; research related to the use of email and online support between human service providers and consumers; and investigation of legal and ethical issues related to online practice. He has also provided training and consultation to human service agencies in the areas of information technology and program evaluation.

He has been on the Publications and Media Commission of CSWE and has served as the Treasurer of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and the Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors (BPD). Dr . Finn is also a coeditor of the Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics and on the editorial board of the Journal of Information Technology in Human Services and The Journal of Self Help Research. Visit the Human Service Information Technology Applications website.

Visit Dr. Riolo's websites, Your Advocate Online and The Insider's Guide to Law & Ethics In Mental Health.