This course is the second in a series of six, designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge to become competent supervisors. Part two delves into the intricate aspects of clinical supervision, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved. Through a combination of theoretical exploration and practical application, participants will gain the skills necessary to navigate the multifaceted responsibilities of a clinical supervisor. Participants will engage in drafting an Individual Development Plan, review a quality supervisory agreement, and gain knowledge and skill in the supervisory documentation process.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Define the complexities of Clinical Supervision.
- Identify core concepts surrounding boundaries – Dual relationships, counseling vs. supervision.
- Practice implementation of the Supervisory Agreement.
- Create an Individual Development Plan.
- Review appropriate documentation for the supervisory process and sessions.
Syllabus:
Introduction
Objective #1: Define the complexities of clinical supervision.
- Discuss the profound impact that clinical supervision has on therapist’s careers, specifically the development of clinical competence and ethical practice.
- Define what the supervisee takes away from the supervisory relationship.
- Describe what a supervision session looks like through the lens of the supervisee/supervisor responsibilities.
Objective #2: Identify core concepts surrounding boundaries – Dual relationships, counseling vs. supervision.
- Define multiple/dual relationships.
- Identify key points in ethical codes regarding multiple/dual relationships.
- Review the seven deadly boundary crossings.
Objective #3: Practice implementation of the supervisory contract
- Identify compelling reason to implement the supervisory contract with supervisees.
- Define the elements of the supervisory contract.
- Discuss the procedural aspects of the supervisory contract.
Objective #4: Create an individual development plan.
- Discuss the “why” of using a supervisee assessment.
- Identify potential stumbling blocks identified through the supervisee assessment.
- Review and discuss the Individual Development Plan for Clinical Supervision and how it reflects intentionality in the supervisory experience and professional growth.
Objective #5: Review appropriate documentation for the supervisory experience.
- Review a sample supervisory session note.
- Discuss the legal and ethical requirements to evaluate and document supervisee performance and professional growth.
- Identify key point to not include in a supervisory session note.
Summary/Q & A
Social workers completing this course receive 3 Clinical/Clinical Supervision asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 3 hours of Clinical/Clinical Supervision continuing education training.
Instructor: Jodi Geis-Crowder, MS, LPC, ACS
Recording Date: March 22, 2025
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 3hrs Clinical continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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