CE Credit: 3 Hours (0.3 CEUs)
Target Audience: Psychology Counseling Social-Work Occupational-Therapy Marriage-and-Family
Learning Level: Intermediate
Course Abstract:
This course will outline best practices in supervision and review the structure of the supervisory relationship. Topics presented will include developmental models of supervision, goals of the supervisory experience, ethics and risk management in the supervision process, and diversity awareness training for the supervisee. The vital and, at times, challenging relationship between supervisor and supervisee will be discussed and compared to the therapy relationship. The important topic of self-care of both the supervisee and the supervisor will be presented. A review of the type and structure of performance evaluations will be included, along with information about successful termination. Essential resources for the supervisor to utilize throughout the training experience will be provided at the end of the course. 2006 | 35 pages | 39 posttest questions | Course #30-21
Please note that this course is accredited for renewal hours, NOT for the 16-hour course required to become a clinical supervisor in Florida. Learning Objectives:
1. Distinguish among various developmental models of supervision
2. Name the four main functions of a supervisor
3. List Nagy’s seven guidelines for ethics in providing supervision
4. Identify six client factors associated with a high risk of violence
5. Name ten activities that can contribute to therapist self-care
6. Distinguish between the supervision relationship and the therapeutic relationship
7. Name five areas to be covered in a supervision performance evaluation
About the Author(s):
Dr. Rebecca E. Williams received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, her M.Ed. in Counseling and Consulting Psychology from Harvard University, and her B.A. from Williams College. She is a licensed psychologist in California and a member of the American Psychological Association since 1996. Dr. Williams is director of the Wellness and Vocational Enrichment Clinic at the Veterans Affairs San Diego Healthcare System, a community-based program providing rehabilitation services to veterans with mental illness, substance dependence, or serious medical conditions. Dr. Williams also holds a position as Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. Dr. Williams has been a clinical supervisor to master’s level students in the University of San Diego’s Marital and Family Therapy program for the past eight years. She has co-authored publications on topics such as treatment planning, integrative psychotherapy, and treating drug and alcohol disorders. Along with co-authoring a book entitled Couple Therapy for Alcoholism, she has written web-based courses in domestic violence and in clinical supervision for the National Association of Continuing Education. Accreditation Statement:
Professional Development Resources is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Professional Development Resources maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Professional Development Resources is also approved by the Florida Board of Psychology and the Office of School Psychology (CE Broker Provider #50-1635). |