Reflective Reflection

Alex is a very valued member of the team and has exceeded my expectations of a student. In

particular, Alex has demonstrated a clear understanding of the core components of practice such

as values and ethics, communication and interpersonal skills, and professionalism.

Alex has shown a real commitment to weekly supervision by being both punctual and preparing

an agenda. Alex has used this time wisely, to discuss any challenges and achievements of her

week, and to also discuss her caseload. Supervision has also been a safe and comfortable

place for Alex to unpack her own values and ethics whenever she has been faced with an ethical

dilemma at the centre. Alex and I have been able to reflect on policies and procedures of the

centre such

Alex has informed

me that the use of her journal has been a strong tool for her throughout the second half of her

placement, allowing both critical reflection and self care.

Throughout the second half of Alex’s placement, she has shown a great growth in her verbal and

non-verbal communication skills. The ASC has a diverse range of clients with different cultural

backgrounds, family dynamics, physical and/or mental health issues and different levels of

needs. Alex has shown that she can adapt her communication style to each case she is working

on, by the different communication styles, ranging from face to face, telephone, email, and

referral forms. Where necessary, Alex has also been able to manage using our telephone

interpreting service with great ease. Alex has also displayed great teamwork skills, which show

through her encounters with other caseworkers, internal staff at the ASC in other programs

(health, legal, employment), and external professionals, when Alex is advocating on behalf of

clients. An example of how Alex has demonstrated her communication and teamwork skills