Confidentiality
Thank you for participating in services offered by the Center for Cognitive Diversity(CogDiv). Below are some guidelines and an engagement agreement for the session. By participating in the session, you agreed to these terms.
Peer Support sessions are based on the principle of reflective supervision (RS) and are not therapy. It is focused on experiences, thoughts, and feelings directly connected with the work. Reflective supervision is characterized by active listening and thoughtful questioning by both parties. The role of the supervisor is to help the supervision group to answer their own questions and to provide the support and knowledge necessary to guide decision-making. In addition, the supervisor and group provides an empathetic, nonjudgmental ear to the supervisee. Working through complex emotions in a “safe place” allows the supervisee to manage the stress they experience on the job. It also allows the staff person to experience the very sort of relationship that they are expected to provide for students and families in schools.
Agreements:
Peer Support sessions are based on the principle of reflective supervision (RS) and are not therapy. It is focused on experiences, thoughts, and feelings directly connected with the work. Reflective supervision is characterized by active listening and thoughtful questioning by both parties. The role of the supervisor is to help the supervision group to answer their own questions and to provide the support and knowledge necessary to guide decision-making. In addition, the supervisor and group provides an empathetic, nonjudgmental ear to the supervisee. Working through complex emotions in a “safe place” allows the supervisee to manage the stress they experience on the job. It also allows the staff person to experience the very sort of relationship that they are expected to provide for students and families in schools.
Agreements:
- I understand that this session is not therapy. I have access to outside resources if I am in need of therapeutic services.
- In the session, I may discuss aspects of my personal life but I will remain focused to how these issues pertain to my work.
- I understand that what is said in this session is confidential, I agree to only share lessons learned not specific details shared by others.
- I will respect the confidentiality of my colleagues and community by not sharing identifying details in group. Names must be changed, initials used and organizational name can be omitted.
- I will participate in this session in a setting that promotes confidentiality for other participants. For example I will ensure others cannot overhear conversations when I participate or I will use headphones.
- While group leaders may not disclose any client communications or information except as provided by law, group members’ communications are not protected.
- While the session is delivered online, I understand that it is never recorded. Any notes about the session are to be used as a reminder for further sessions and will be stored securely.
- I know I can alert the facilitator, if I wish to change groups or if I have any concerns regarding the group.
Liability
This waiver of liability includes any risk of engaging in Trauma Informed certifications, peer support sessions, trainings or attending any lectures, workshops or other services provided by the CogDiv. Please see the detail below:
- Clients using CogDiv services will understand that these services are not offered as a substitute for clinical mental health care or medical care and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any mental health or medical conditions. You should also understand that their facilitators/instructors are not acting as a medical professional.
- You will understand and agree that you are fully responsible for your own well-being during your sessions, and subsequently, your choices and decisions.
- You will understand that as a practice we may share between facilitators/instructors so that all those working with you can keep abreast of your story. Only those facilitators/instructors working with you will see your notes. This will always be done in a confidential way respecting your privacy and integrity.
- You will have read and understood the terms and conditions, Privacy Policy and other documentation relating to confidentiality and adult protection.
- You will have understood that the use of technology is not always secure and accept the risks of confidentiality in the use of email, text, phone, and other technology.
- You hereby release, waive, acquit and forever discharge your facilitator/instructor, any agents, successors, assigns, personal representatives, executors, heirs and employees from every claim, suit action, demand or right to compensation for damages claimed or that you may have arising out of your own acts or omissions or acts and omissions of your facilitator/instructor as a result of any advice given otherwise resulting from the therapeutic/coaching relationship contemplated by this agreement. You further declare and represent that no promise, inducement or agreement not expressed in this agreement has been made.
- CogDiv and your facilitator/instructor reserve the right to refuse access to the service.
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