Leadership Styles of Service Professionals Aiding Women of Abuse: Enhancing Service Delivery

Abstract

Leadership styles of service professionals—including social workers and teachers—in the area of family abuse were investigated. Leadership characteristics of the professionals were measured by their responses to a survey. Results indicated that the interviewed service professionals demonstrated productive leadership traits. Study findings are congruent with leadership styles described in the research. Holistic and collaborative services are required to enhance care for women of abuse, as their needs are multifaceted and complex. Specific leadership styles promote better care for women; leaders need to collaboratively initiate and deliver more interdisciplinary and unified service.

Keywords:

• Leadership
• abuse
• women
• children
• service delivery