Supervisors who provide both administrative and reflective supervision are in a unique position to support their staff. Yet, it can appear that the goals and strategies for these supervisory roles are at odds. This workshop will consider whether and how supervisors can integrate guidance related to administrative tasks within the co-created reflective relationship. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss the role of the supervisor and the supervisee; as well as the importance of critical reflection, social location, and perceptions of power and privilege as we consider ways administrative and reflective supervision can be blended to support staff and promote high-quality services offered to children and families.
Learning Objectives
After this presentation, participants will:
About Our Presenter:
Carla Barron, PhD, LMSW, IMH-E®, is the Clinical Coordinator for the Infant Mental Health Dual-Title Training Program and Assistant Research Professor at the Merrill-Palmer Skillman Institute/Wayne State University. She facilitates a graduate level IMH seminar, engages in research, and provides community trainings on a variety of topics related to professional wellness, early infant development, home visiting, and reflective supervision/consultation. She facilitates reflective supervision/consultation with infant and early childhood mental health professionals across Michigan and nationally. For over 15 years, she worked as an infant mental health specialist providing home- and community-based IMH treatment to infants, toddlers, and their caregivers in the areas of child welfare, early childhood education and mental health. Carla’s research and scholarship interests are focused on the professional’s experience of reflective supervision/consultation and its impact on professional growth and wellness; as well as how race and diversity influence these professional relationships.
