CMHC Chapter 10: Getting the Most from your Fieldwork and Supervision
Which of the following is NOT a question to be asked when pursuing a placement in fieldwork?
Am I aware that supervisors are not responsible for all my actions as an intern?
One of the most egregious boundary violations in supervision involves __________ in the supervisory relationship a. autocracy b. sexual harassment and sexual relationships c. dependency d. multiple-role relationships
B!!!!
The "Best Practices in Clinical Supervision" document covers all of the following areas EXCEPT a. informed consent -- b. supervision format -- c. feedback after training to supervises d. documentation --
C!!!
Which is NOT a personal characteristic of an effective supervisor? a. They are aware of clinical, legal, and ethical issues b. They develop clear boundaries c. They have a sense of humor d. They show insensitivity to the anxieties of supervisees
D!!!
What would be a mistake of interns when working with clients having life experiences different from them? a. Ignoring differences in their clients b. Applying theoretical knowledge into practice c. Connecting on an emotional level d. Relating their life experiences to those of clients
A!!!
When challenged by a client, it is important to acknowledge all of the following EXCEPT a. it is not necessary to focus on supervision b. you think out loud -- c. it is acceptable not to know everything d. you find your voice while listening to others
A!!!!
What should supervisees immediately do if they don't get the required quality of supervision?
Discuss the matter with their supervisor
T or F An effective supervisor may provide feedback to their supervisees in a dogmatic or judgmental way
False
T or F Supervisors believe that confrontation of a clients defensive behavior may lead to destruction of the client-therapist relationship
False
Which of the following is NOT one of the practical strategies for getting the most value out of your fieldwork placements?
Practice anywhere with any client, whether you have been trained or not, and do not put yourself in situations where you will be able to obtain supervised experience
Which of the following in group supervision in the context of counseling tends to bring to life a situation that all can witness?
Role playing
What is more important for practitioners than to know how to work with a specific population?
To have a general background of knowledge and skills
What is essential for supervisors in establishing multiple role relationships and maintaining appropriate boundaries
To serve as role models
T or F Connecting on an emotional level is an effective way for helpers to work with clients whose life experiences are different from them
True
T or F Supervisors must balance protection of client welfare with the responsibility for increasing competence and professional development of the supervisee
True
T or F When using a community agency for fieldwork placement, it is critical for helping interns to branch out to get as much variety as possible in their placements
True
As a helper, be willing to admit
a lack of knowledge or understanding about a situation with
It is important when securing a quality fieldwork placement to complete all of the following except
continually call each agency until they agree to hire you
All of the following are goals of typical fieldwork instruction programs except
make students focus on one kind of client population to specialize in that particular area
__________ in supervision occur when a supervisor has concurrent or consecutive professional or nonprofessional relationships with a supervisee in addition to the supervisor-supervisee relationship
multiple role relationships
What should supervisors encourage trainees to do if difficulties with some clients are rooted in their own dynamics
participate in personal therapy
What kind of therapeutic experiences may provide opportunities for practitioners to deal with their own feelings and problems so as to relate them to their clients?
self-exploratory
The central focus of supervision in the helping profession is
to protect each clients welfare
Which of the following is defined as the state of a supervisor being legally and ethically responsible for all actions of a supervisee?
vicarious liability
As a helper, you will obtain the maximum benefit from your experience in supervision if
you understand the roles, functions, and responsibilities of supervision
