Best Practice in Professional Supervision

Allyson Davys and Liz Beddoe

ISBN 10: 1843109956 / ISBN 13: 9781843109952

Published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2010

A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Seller Inventory # GOR011151034

Synopsis:

It is the job of a good supervisor to adequately support the supervisee in decision-making, help them with their professional development, provide a supportive environment and above all guarantee the best service to clients through best practice guidance. "Professional Supervision in Health and Social Care" is an authoritative guide to being an excellent supervisor, covering the role, skills, functions and dispositions inherent in professional supervision. The authors consider basic skills, the practicalities of forming and maintaining the supervision relationship and the organisational context and culture of supervision. The book offers practical examples and a model of supervision which draws together ideas from adult learning theory and reflective practice. This book covers a range of professions including social care, nursing, counselling and allied health professions, and will be an essential guide for all those in these and related professions undertaking supervision or supervision training.

About the Authors: Allyson Davys is a registered social worker who has a background of practice, supervision, teaching and management in health, social care and the tertiary education sectors. She has been involved in the development of supervision through research, education and practice for over 25 years and has a particular interest in interprofessional supervision. She currently teaches a postgraduate course on professional supervision at the University of Auckland and runs a private supervision practice.

Liz Beddoe is a professor of social work at the University of Auckland, teaching, supervising graduate students and undertaking research on professional education topics. She provides professional supervision to several social work academics and early career researchers. She has been involved in the development of supervision through research, education and practice for over 25 years with a particular interest in the impact of organisational culture on supervision and professional development of social workers.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Best Practice in Professional Supervision
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date: 2010
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Fair