정신건강사회복지사 수련 과정에서 슈퍼바이저가 경험한 슈퍼비전 관계에 관한 연구: 수련생의 상향 영향력(Upward Influence)을 중심으로

Abstract

This study explored the supervisory relationships in the training process of mental health social workers, focusing on the upward influence of trainees experienced by supervisors. To this end, in-depth interviews were conducted with 7 supervisors, and the data were analyzed using framework analysis. The findings showed that downward influence of the supervisors is based on the legitimacy of their position authorized by the institution, expertness as an experienced mental health social worker, and the close relationship with trainees. The supervisors not only exerted influence on the trainees, but also experienced the upward influence of the trainees as follows. First, supervisors recognized professional growth and the positive relationship with trainees as personal rewards for supervision. The upward influence of trainees secondly stems from their time-limited and ambiguous position free of responsibility. Thirdly, trainees' making own decisions by themselves tends to undermine their supervisors' expertness. Lastly, the relationship with other employees, including supervisors, enables trainees to influence their counterpart as well. Supervisors took the responsibilities for trainees’ growth in spite of limitations, and they became less motivated for the supervision without any rewards for their efforts. Resting on the results, support measures for supervisors were discussed.