People, Ethics, and Practice in Professional Supervision (PS8012M)

Content

This unit continues and deepens the theory and practice introduced in PS8011M, including theological reflection as it informs values and practice. Supervisory practice is further explored through theoretical and practical sessions including a focus on legal, moral, and ethical issues that may emerge in supervision. Safeguarding and other professional standards, legal and regulatory frameworks, and supervision agreements are specifically addressed and integrated. Psychodynamics and self-care are key elements of the unit. Regular personal reflective practice is recommended to support role-based engagement. Supervision of groups is a focus of the experiential learning.

Learning outcomes

Unit sequence

Unit PS8011M must be completed before PS8012M and PS8013M but the latter two units do not have to be completed in sequence.

Pedagogy

The pedagogical model for this unit focuses on engagement with theory and best practice, analysis of case studies, critical reflection, peer-to-peer learning, modelling of skills, and supervision practice.

Indicative Bibliography

• Cameron, H, J Reader, V Slater, C Rowland. Theological Reflection for Human Flourishing. London: SCM, 2012 https://ebookcentral-proquest-com.divinity.idm.oclc.org/lib/undiv/detail.action?docID=3306146 Print - https://divinity.on.worldcat.org/oclc/785508640
• Corey, Gerald, Marianne Schneider Corey, Cindy Corey, and Patrick Callanan. Issues and Ethics in the Helping Professions. Ninth edition, studented. Stamford, CT: Brooks/Cole/Cengage Learning, 2015.
• Frawley-O'Dea, Mary Gail, and Joan E Sarnat. The Supervisory Relationship : A Contemporary Psychodynamic Approach. New York: Guilford Press, 2001.
• Graham, Elaine, Heather Walton, and Frances Ward. Theological Reflection: Methods. London: SCM Press, 2005. Print - https://divinity.on.worldcat.org/oclc/1004928658
• Hawkins, Peter & Shohet, Robin. Supervision in the helping professions. 4th ed. Open University Press, 2012. https://ebookcentral-proquest-com.divinity.idm.oclc.org/lib/undiv/detail.action?docID=990490 https://divinity.on.worldcat.org/oclc/779244458
• Leach, Jane & Paterson, Michael. Pastoral supervision: A handbook. 2nd ed. London: SCM, 2015. https://divinity.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=2276704&site=eds-live (2010 edition) eBook available (2015 edition)
• Proctor, Brigid, Group supervision: A guide to creative practice. 2nd ed, Newbury Park, California: Sage Publications, 2008. https://divinity.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=324221&site=eds-live
• Shaw, E., & Carroll, M. Ethical Maturity in the Helping Professions: Making Difficult Life and Work Decisions. London: Jessica Kingsley, 2012.
• Thompson, Judith, Stephen Pattison, and Ross Thompson. SCM Study Guide to Theological Reflection. London: SCM Press, 2008. https://divinity.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=url,ip,cookie,uid&db=nlebk&AN=2272536&site=ehost-live
• Ward, Frances. Lifelong learning: Theological education and supervision. London: SCM, 2005. e-Book available.

Assessment