Structured peer group supervision: Systematic case reflection for constructing new perspectives and solutions. (November 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Toros, Karmen; Falch-Eriksen, Asgeir
• Is Part Of: International social work. Volume 65:Number 6(2022)
• Page Start: 1160
• Page End: 1165
• Publication Date: 2022-11
• Subjects: Peer group supervision -- professional development -- self-reflection -- social work practice; Social service -- Periodicals; Social problems -- Periodicals; Globalization -- Social aspects -- Periodicals; Community development -- Periodicals; 361
• DOI: 10.1177/0020872820969774
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0020-8728

Abstract

This article reflects on the experiences of Estonian social work undergraduate students with a five-phased structured peer group supervision model, consisting of information, clarification, analysis, feedback and reflection phases. This kind of systematic case reflection enables the generation and critical exploration of new perspectives and solutions among those seeking to become professional social workers. Students emphasised that this model is a useful method for case supervision and that it is feasible to apply it after one-time or short training/experience.