Preparation
These are attendees to the group also known as ______
What are group members, participants
This type of group does not allow new members after is has started. It is not open to public to protect the privacy of the participants.
What is a closed group?
This skill is important to connecting with community members of various backgrounds. This type of regard is a tenet of person centered theory.
What is unconditional positive regard?
Mental Health groups can happen in inpatient settings such as residential programs and hospitals. Community mental health groups on the other hand serve as an _________ mental health service.
What is outpatient?
This is a part of the recruitment process. Applicants are ________ to ensure they would be a good fit for the group and its members.
What is screening?
These are established at the beginning of the group. These are ________ to which the group has agreed to follow.
What are group rules, norms, community agreement, etc.
Working in community mental health, your group may support this type of population. They may not always be able to advocate for themselves including pregnant women, children and survivors.
What is vulnerable population?
This type of group focuses on long/short term reactions to emotional, physical and psychological harm.
What is a trauma group?
As a group leader, we should not assume that community members have online accessibility. Marketing and interviewing of your group should have versatility in accessibility. So when planning interviews for group members, outside of phone and zoom, you should also offer an ______option.
What is in person/ face to face?
This is a technique that allows for statement impact, self reflection and holds space for reaction. Although you may be tempted to fill the space, using ________ can be useful in community settings to allow for other members to process and chime in when they're ready.
What is silence?
Often in groups, seating in a circle can provide openness to conversation, eye contact with members and a sense of safety. As a community group leader, and for your safety, you should sit closest to_____.
What is a(n) exit, door?
This is something all members are afforded regarding their information and discussion. You discuss your limits of this at the beginning of the group.
What is confidentiality or limits of confidentiality
This is something that deals with addressing the dynamic of race and culture within the group. The facilitator may __________ this conversation or situation.
What is broaching
Maintaining your and your participants safety is paramount. Working in community settings can be unpredictable, and often in the late evening to meet the needs of your participants. Outside of a counseling supervisor present you may also request for a ________ to be on duty.
What is security, police officer?
What is termination/group termination?
What is an expert?