There are many aspects to supervision however we feel that Relationships are the most important part of supervision and are key to its success

The beginning stage of supervision is crucial in

establishing a good relationship

Relationships begin with the first contact or meeting between supervisors and supervisees

The relationship between a supervisor and supervisee needs to be prioritized over the goals of supervision. (Henderson, 2009)

The ability to maintain this relationship is also required. The quality of this relationship will depend on how honest and respectful both parties are. (Davys and Beddoe, 2010)

“ The ability to establish and maintain the supervision relationship is a core requirement

of supervision.” - Beddoe ( 2010)

The beginning of a new relationship with a supervisor and supervisee starts with a establishing a contract

The contract will show the supervisee what the expectations are of the supervisor and will allow the supervisor to get to know the supervisee both personally and professionally

Good supervision relationships will take effort from both parties and is mutually developed over time (Davys and Beddoe)

Inspiration is defined as:The power of moving intellect or emotions ~meriam-webster.com

Inspirational supervision can be explained by saying:“It’s not what you do it’s how you do it.” – Sinek

Examples: Build rapport, trust and show genuine care- Shulman (1993)

Share what inspires you? Find out what inspires others? Work from a strength- based perspective Supervise without judgment Use Storytelling- “The use of story creates space for connection to others, and such is a

powerful way of building relationships and inviting creativity within the supervision relationship. The use of story can be inspirational; harnessing people’s energy and talents in ways that produce positive outcomes- (Baldwin, 2005)

Clinical Supervision- supervision of clinicians providing direct client care, to improve service to the client.

Administrative Supervision- Oversight of work by the clinician.

Mentoring- sharing ones insight and experiences to benefit another person’s career development by a colleague.

Peer Consultation- peer to peer assistance with client related situations that improves professional development of each other.

Supervision of supervision- supervising middle managers who themselves supervise others.

Reflective Model of Supervision: Supervision is most importantly a learning process Supervisors role is co-facilitator Value on experimentation and risk-taking Mistakes are seen as learning opportunities (beautiful

mistakes) Learning is a lifelong process Supervision space must reflect respect, regard and trust Supervisee and Supervisor co-create the agenda with clear

goals Supervisor’s role is to listen, explore and clarify

Client: Guido; 84 years old; Italian descent Referral: discharge from hospital: requested social work

assessment ; 1 home visit completed: significant concerns identified during home visit prompting an Adult Guardianship Act Investigation – neglect; however SW has been unable to access Guido for Ax – blocked by caregiver

Physical status: diabetic; multiple compression fractures L4-L6; dependent for all ADL’s and IADL’s; urinary incontinence; CVA

Cognitive status: impaired; deemed incapable of person and finance Sept. 2010 (Ax completed in Italian: Guido unable to understand English and Italian); MOCA 10/30

Finances: No Power of Attorney; Caregiver manages all finances Legal: No representation agreement; Temporary Substitute

Decision Maker – unclear

Julie is a social worker working in a community health setting. She has just landed a new position and has inherited a case file that is complex and full of practice issues. Julie has not yet received clinical supervision in her first 4 months of employment and discusses her experiences of administrative supervision so far with her colleague Angela, who shares her own perspective….

MENTORING and PEER SUPERVISION

JULIE- SUPERVISEE COLLEAGUE/ PEER

Angela/ Colleague

This scene is about Carmen (the supervisor) receiving supervision from Dori ( her own supervisor)

This takes place after her initial experiences with Julie. (supervisee)

SUPERVISION OF SUPERVISION

SUPERVISOR OF JULIE SUPERVISOR OF CARMEN

Julie (supervisee) and Angela ( peer) talk about the supervision session Julie had with Carmen (supervisor).

PEER CONSULTATION

JULIE- SUPERVISEE COLLEAGUE/ PEER

Angela/ Colleague

Baldwin, C. (2005). Making sense of our lives through the power and practice of story. Novato, CA: New World Library.

Davys, A & L Beddoe (2011) Best practices in professional supervision. London: Jessica Kingsley. Henderson, P. (2009) A different wisdom: Reflections on supervisory practice. Karnac. Matheson, J. (2013) Lecture and class notes provided online for University of Calgary March 2013. Sinek (2013) Retrieved from www.startwithwhy.com-

You will also note the odd reading from two other books:

Henderson, P. (2009) A different wisdom: Reflections on supervisory practice. Karnac