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aggressor
attacks other, puts them down
ASGW (2000) has recommendations for what constitutes
competence as a group facilitator
-Knowledge competencies: course work is essential
-Skills competencies: specific group facilitation skills are required
for effectively intervening
-Core specialization in group work: task facilitation groups;
psychoeducational groups; counseling groups; psychotherapy
groups
becoming aware of subtle culture
,unconscious biases may emerge-be alert to them
behavioral domain
central to the change process, help members explore the
effectiveness of their behavior
The behavior of individuals within society is largely a function of
their membership
in particular groups
being able to identify with a client's pain
: Even if we have not experienced certain things, being willing to
accept a client's level of pain, even if, at first glance, it seems trite
to you. Be open to the sources of pain in your own life, without
being swept away by it. (Do you own personal work around
issues.)
belief in the group process
,means you will work through the rough spots
Best Practice Guidelines of ASGW (1998)
•Professional competence in group work is not a final product, but
a continuous process for the duration of one's career
•Some suggestions for increasing your level of competence as a
group leader:
-Participate in continuing education and in personal and
professional development activities
-Seek personal counseling if you recognize problems that could
impair your ability to facilitate a group
-Seek consultation and supervision as needed
Best Practices guidelines of what to provide in writing:
•The nature, purposes, and goals of the group
•Confidentiality and exceptions to confidentiality
•Leader's theoretical orientation
•Group services that can be provided
•The role and responsibility of group members and leaders
, •The qualifications of the leader to lead a particular group
blocker
always has a reason why an idea will not succeed
brief group therapy
- generally refers to groups that are time limited, structures and
last 2-3 months and consist of 8-12 weekly meetings
By focusing on the bully, the victim is not
put on the spot and responsibility is given to the scapegoater
Clinical Issues
•involve using your professional judgment to act in accordance
with ethical and legal mandates