What were Linda’s previous experiences with group work? How might this influence her wishes for the group?
As an employee of a private, nonprofit HIV/AIDS clinic in a rural North Carolina community, Linda Summerfield’s job was to provide direct services to people with HIV/AIDS as well as to connect them with resources. Aware of their needs, she also respected their need for confidentiality and anonymity in an area where issues surrounding HIV/AIDS were highly charged and prejudice was common. In 1999, Linda was also eager to help six men in her caseload who were struggling with uncertainty, loneliness, and isolation. Aware of their shared needs, she believed in the healing power of group work for such clients. Although initially reluctant, the six men agreed to “meet” via telephone and, despite their apprehension and some technical difficulties, after five weeks all agreed that the experience was helpful. But when meeting via telephone became unworkable, Linda faced decisions over whether and how or where to persuade the men to continue meeting.
Linda was an experienced group leader. She studied social group work in her BSW program and had successfully led groups for the hospital before coming to Daybreak. While her knowledge and skills were strengths, Linda had to use caution to maintain objectivity. Because a modality worked in one situation or with one population did not guarantee effectiveness in other situations or with other populations.
You might also like to view...
How are cases chosen for a random sample?
A) to ensure that each case has an equal chance of being selected B) by preconceived ideas of which cases will support the hypothesis C) on the basis of some standard criterion, such as size of population D) from among materials the researcher happens to have available
One reason that rational policy development does not often have a good fit with US policymakers
is that policy makers often already have large investments in existing programs and policy, making it difficult to consider all possible policy alternatives required for a rational approach. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is a part of crisis management?
A. relying upon gut instincts and sensations if something appears wrong B. ensuring that the minor children are safe before taking care of self C. respecting your client’s confidentiality and not discussing concerns with supervisor prior to the home visit D. playing down the details, if an incident does occur
Which of the following has been found to be necessary for positive outcomes in therapy?
a. Confrontation b. Loose structure c. High level therapist relationship skills d. Having a child as a client