The Supervision of Group Work Model: Adapting the Discrimination Model for Supervision of Group Workers

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to present a supervision model applicable to group work. This model uses a 3 × 3 × 3 conceptual system that synthesizes concepts from the discrimination model and group systemic levels to provide a framework for supervisors of group workers in training. Discussion of the model includes considerations for group leadership development, cross-cultural issues in group work, and supervision of group workers in individual, triadic, and group formats. Implications for supervisors, counselor education programs, and future research are also addressed.

Keywords:

• group leadership
• supervision
• group supervision
• counselor education
• group work

The authors would like to offer special acknowledgment to Dr. Julia Champe and Dr. William Kline for their contributions to this article.

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Notes on contributors

Deborah Rubel

Deborah Rubel, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the Department of Teacher and Counselor Education at Oregon State University.

Jane E. Atieno Okech

Jane E. Atieno Okech, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the Department of Integrated Professional Studies at the University of Vermont.