Critical Incidents in Clinical Supervision: The Reality Show
 

By Robert Kafes, DCSW, ACSW, LCSW
Board Certified Diplomate
 

BOB KAFES was director of mental health services at the Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault (SACASA) prior to his leaving at the end of last year to focus full-time on his private practice of psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, supervision, consultation, and mentorship.  He was regional director of the Arizona Youth Advocate Program, and for nearly 12 years, after his arrival from New York City, he was senior therapist at Jewish Family and Children’s Service where he founded and directed the Institute of Continuing Education for Human Service Professionals (ICE).  He was an adjunct professor at Arizona State University School of Social Work, is on the faculty of the University of Phoenix and the Arizona Center for Psychoanalytic Studies, and was recognized by the American Psychoanalytic Association for “his ongoing commitment and continued dedication to the teaching of psychoanalytic concepts to students.”  For example, he currently facilitates five case consultation groups.
Bob was awarded Outstanding Teacher by the National Association of Social Workers Arizona Chapter (NASW-AZ), and the Governor Janet Napolitano/Attorney General Terry Goddard Award for Outstanding Sexual Assault Mental Health Professional.  He was the first male to be awarded the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center Hero in Women’s Mental Health.  He also received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Branch II of NASW-AZ as well as being honored by the state chapter with another Lifetime Achievement Award.  

A conversation about messy and anxiety inducing situations all of us face daily in the practice of clinical supervision.  We will zero-in on live situations presented by participants who are to bring a total of three examples: 1) one past or present scenario they regard as problematic with their own supervisor or organization; and, 2) two problematic scenarios they experience(d) as supervisors.
An honest discussion of our own experiences, learning issues, transferences, countertransferences, subjectivities and intersubjectivities will be a crucial part of this encounter.  The instructor’s philosophy is that we learn mostly from our mistakes, and that is why what we do is an art that requires continual practice.  Safety, confidentiality, and respect for each others’ perspectives will be fostered to create a positive atmosphere for learning.

This workshop, for intermediate and advanced supervisors, will process and problem solve the scenarios presented in a collaborative effort to seek resolution.

This workshop is designed to:

1. Demonstrate effective and ineffective supervisory behaviors in relation to the functions, roles and philosophies of the clinical supervisor.

2. Increase knowledge and skill from sharing critical incidents, and acquire an array of optimal responses to challenging situations.

3. Describe the complexity of the supervisory relationship and paths to negotiate.

4. Enhance supervisory skills and ways these are integrated into an effective supervisory relationship in the daily practice of clinical supervision.
Here is what those who have had this class have to say:

 
“Excellent dialogue.  Thought provoking.  Wonderful collegial atmosphere fostered and protected by Bob.  Great day!  Gained great ideas and perspectives – broadened my thilnking.  Great ideas on documentation.  Bob modeled an excellent supervision style.”  Diane Skaar


“The format made the day.  Being able to interact with and learn from colleagues was an enriching experience.”  Gail Gibbons

 

"Format was unique -- very collaborative and invigorating.  Wonderful – bringing a group of advanced practitioners together who, by the end of the day, had developed warmth and cohesiveness -- great leadership."  Diane Topping

Why 6- and 12-hour workshops?
The National Association of Social Workers – Arizona Chapter is offering these 12-hour and 6-hour clinical supervision workshops in accordance with the requirements for licensure in the state of Arizona. According to Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners’  regulations, clinical supervisors need 12 hours of clinical supervision training to obtain their initial license to supervise; after that, a 6-hour course is required within each 2-year licensure period. If you need the 12-hour course, we suggest you order the home study DVD set through our website at www.naswaz.com

Please note: We will provide morning and afternoon snacks, but lunch is on your own.

Your workshop fee includes handouts and valuable information that you can refer to again and again.

Prices are as follows:

NASW Member  $125 ($120 if register online)

Non-member Guest  $165 ($160 if register online)