Description should include
- awareness of personal values, biases, and stereotypes
- elements of professionalism in the role of caregiver
- the importance of effective communication
- information gained from performance reviews and feedback
- strategies for working in a team to complete an assigned task
- strategies to manage stress and maintain self-care.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- Why is managing stress helpful as a caregiver?
- How do personal values influence professionalism?
- How can a professional influence a situation?
Communication
- What types of communication are usually most effective?
- What types of communication are often ineffective?
- How can effective communication help with stress management?
Leadership
- How can a professional assess his/her biases?
- What communication skills are needed to work with clients in a clinical setting?
- Why might it be helpful to have a mentor for communications?
Management
- How may communication-training programs be useful in clinical settings?
- What is the effect of conflict resolution?
- When should teamwork strategies be used in a clinical setting?