In this episode, Dr. Megan and Joe discuss supervision practices and resources.
Meeting Purpose
Live recording of Do Better Podcast discussing supervision strategies in behavior analysis.
Key Takeaways
- Importance of building rapport and assessing baseline knowledge when supervising/coaching
- Effective supervision balances modeling, guided practice, and independent application
- Incorporating adult learning principles and cross-disciplinary approaches can enhance supervision
- Group supervision can be an efficient and collaborative strategy for multiple supervisees
Stakeholder Training vs. Traditional Supervision -
Joe's current role involves coaching stakeholders working with adult clients
- Focuses on providing tools and skills to those directly interacting with clients
- Differs from traditional RBT or BCBA candidate supervision
Meeting Stakeholders Where They Are
- Assessing baseline knowledge and tailoring approach to each stakeholder's background
- Avoiding jargon and starting with basics when necessary (e.g., defining behavior)
- Building skills progressively through feedback and systematic teaching
Rapport Building in Supervision
- Crucial first step before diving into technical aspects
- Demonstrating value and care for the individual being supervised
- Considering factors like dress code to appear approachable
Resources for Effective Supervision
- Books:
"Bringing Out the Best in People" by Aubrey Daniels,
"How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie -
"The ABA Supervision Handbook" for structured skill development
- Webinars on reflective leadership from Do Better Collective
- Publications by Denny Reed and Parsons on motivating human services staff
Supervision Strategies
- Using a "I do, we do, you do" direct instruction model
- Setting clear expectations for the supervision process
- Adapting to supervisee preferences (e.g., in-session feedback vs. post-session review)
Adult Learning Principles in Supervision
- Recognizing individual learning styles and preferences
- Incorporating research on adult learning, coaching, and motivation
- Exploring literature from related fields (e.g., social work) for broader perspectives
Group Supervision
- Potential time-saving strategy for supervisors with multiple supervisees
- Facilitates collaborative problem-solving and diverse perspectives
- Can be implemented periodically (e.g., monthly, quarterly) to supplement individual supervision