Suite 211, 200 Carnegie Drive, St. Albert, AB T8N 5A8

Social Work Supervision

Professional Social Work Supervision

With over 20 years in the social work profession, we offer expert guidance and supervision to support the next steps in your social work career. Our comprehensive supervision services are designed to meet the diverse needs of social work professionals across various stages of their career and educational journeys.

"The good we secure for ourselves is precarious and uncertain until it is secured for all of us and incorporated into our common life."

Jane Addams

Our Supervisor

Our services are provided by Tammy Woroschuk, an experienced social work professional committed to nurturing the growth and development of fellow social workers. Tammy’s approach is best summarized in her own words:

I will challenge you to think outside the box, to reflect on the decisions you make in your practice and see a larger vision for your work and your role. I will hold you accountable for the goals you will set and inspire you to think about your practice through multiple lenses. You need to know that I have faith that you will do good work, to set an example for others and empower those you provide service to.

Our Services

We provide supervision for individuals with Dip. SW, BSW, and MSW qualifications. Our supervision contract ensures that you meet the requirements of your educational institution and/or the Alberta College of Social Workers. We offer:

  • Individual Supervision
  • Group Supervision
  • SAFE Home Study Supervision

Our supervision can be provided through various methods to suit your needs:

  • Face-to-face
  • Telephone
  • Online
  • Group environment

SAFE Home Study Supervision

As supervisors of the SAFE Home Study in Edmonton, we offer specialized supervision for those conducting SAFE Home Studies for kinship/foster care or adoption. This service ensures you have the necessary support and guidance while completing these crucial assessments.

Our Approach

Our supervision approach focuses on:

  1. Critical Thinking: Challenging you to think outside the box and reflect on your practice decisions.
  2. Vision Development: Helping you see a larger vision for your work and role in social work.
  3. Accountability: Supporting you in setting and achieving your professional goals.
  4. Multi-perspective Analysis: Inspiring you to consider your practice through multiple lenses.
  5. Empowerment: Building your confidence to do good work and set an example for others.

We are committed to creating a supportive, challenging environment that fosters growth, reflection, and professional excellence. Our goal is to empower you to provide the highest quality of care to your clients while advancing your own professional development.

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