Introduction to Best Practice for Supervision – November (In person)

Date: 23 November 2023

Time: 9am–5pm AEDT

Venue: The Gateway Mildura

Member price: $540.00 including GST (member price will display once logged in)

Non-member price: $907.00 including GST

Employer Partner Program Price: $680.25 including GST

Are you new to being a supervisor?

Are you seeking a supervisory role in the future?

Then this in person workshop is for you!

Becoming a supervisor can be a daunting next step in your social work career. This introductory course will prepare you to provide best practice supervision, create a safe and reflective space, and support the professional learning and growth of those you supervise.

This full day, in person workshop will equip you with contemporary knowledge, tools and skills and set you on a clear path to building your confidence and competence as a supervisor.

Pre-work and self-reflection (0.5 hours)

Participants are required to complete readings and self-reflections in preparation for the workshop.

Session (7.0 hours)

9.00am-5:00pm AEDT

The workshop will begin by presenting evidence-based principles, models and tools that underpin safe and effective supervision practice. Participants will engage in a collaborative learning approach, via large and small group reflections and discussions. Various resources will be provided to participants including take-home tools and templates.

The afternoon session will be in the form of an up skills-based workshop and builds on the morning session through practical application and synthesis. Through an experiential learning approach, participants will delve into the supervisory role through case studies, live demonstration, observation, critical reflection and feedback.

Facilitated by a leader in social work practice and supervision, the course is designed to build foundational competence in social work supervision. It features a guest presentation by a well-known lived experience advocate who will promote and explain how ‘the personal is professional’.

Additional resources

A learning pack will be provided with the course materials including relevant literature, tools and templates.

As this is an in person event, registrants will receive a printed workbook and a fully catered event with an Á la Carte lunch.

Who should attend?

Recent or emerging social work supervisors or those seeking a pathway into a supervisory role. This course is also suitable for practitioners who have limited supervision experience and are looking to refresh their skillset and understanding of best practice. Allied health clinicians, nurses, case workers, counsellors and anyone seeking to build their supervisory knowledge and skills are also welcome.

AASW Credential: Supervision

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Describe contemporary approaches in best practice for supervision
• Create and maintain a safe and reflective space for supervisees
• Understand how supervision can strengthen and support lived experience
• Develop confidence in establishing and guiding the supervisory relationship
• Demonstrate how to prepare and apply skills in varied supervision contexts
• Recognise how to model practice leadership through supervision

Presenter details

Lead facilitator: Aaron Garth

Aaron Garth is an experienced Social Worker and Human Services Educator with a passion for empowering professionals in the field. With a diverse career spanning Local Government, Mental Health, Child, Youth, and Families, as well as Private Practice, Aaron brings a wealth of practical knowledge to his training endeavours. Over 20 plus years working in the field, he has cultivated a deep understanding of the complex challenges that social workers face and their need for exceptional supervision.

Aaron's journey as a practitioner, manager and educator has provided him with invaluable insights, allowing him to connect with learners at all levels of experience, from those on the front lines to seasoned senior managers. As a dedicated educator, he specialises in the critical domain of Supervision for Social Workers, a pivotal aspect of ensuring high-quality service delivery in the social work profession.

Aaron's commitment to excellence is evident in his engaging training sessions, where he seamlessly integrates theory with real-world scenarios. His approach fosters a dynamic learning environment, equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the intricate landscape of Australian social work with confidence and competence. With Aaron as your guide, you'll embark on a transformative journey toward becoming a more effective and resilient social work supervisor.