Issues and Ethics in the Helping Professions: Supervision and Consultation

Issues and Ethics in the Helping Professions – Chapters 9 and 10 Summaries
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Chapter 9: Issues in Supervision and Consultation
This chapter discusses the importance of supervision and consultation for care professionals. Supervision allows for professional growth and development and ongoing feedback and support. Some of the critical issues addressed in this chapter include the different roles that supervisors can play, the ethical considerations for supervisors and supervisees, and the importance of confidentiality when engaging in supervision or consultation. The chapter also touches on the various models of supervision (e.g., developmental, integrative, or competency-based) and how these can be used to meet the needs of different professionals. Further, the chapter deliberates on the ethical issues involved in consultation, including the importance of cultural sensitivity, con...