Unveiling the Power of Professional Supervision: Insights from Social Care Ireland and National Health and Social Care Professions Office

Join Audrey and Baggie as they chat with Charlotte Burke and Nuala Flynn about all things professional supervision. Gone are the days when the word 'Supervision' struck fear into the hearts of workers in social care. Charlotte and Nuala are here to tell us about the benefits to everyone and why we would all be mad not to engage in supervision.

Charlotte Burke is the Continuing Professional Development Coordinator with Social Care Ireland for the past five years. As part of her role, she organises CPD events and supports social care workers to get ready for registration with CORU. Previous to this she worked in the Disability sector for twenty years as a social care worker and leader. 

Nuala Flynn is the Supervision Lead with the National Health and Social Care Professionals Office. She has worked in social care in both residential and a Child Protection and Welfare Social Work team prior to joining HSE HR as an Employee Development Officer. As a champion of supervision, Nuala has developed, delivered and evaluated programmes regionally within HSE Leadership, Education and Talent Development and now nationally within the HSE National HSCP Office. She believes supervision supports placing the service user at the centre in professional practice. She is currently renewing her ACC coaching credential, is a member of CIPD; has a BSc. of Science (Applied Social Studies) and in HR along with a Professional Diploma in Education.

Video highlighting the eLearning module on Reflective Practice for HSCP –  https://youtu.be/r7VYYLsST5M

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• Audrey Moore has worked in social care for the past 20+ years in front line, management and teaching roles. Currently a consultant with Trust Social Care Consultancy, Audrey works with Social Care Workers and organisations providing professional supervision, mentoring and training. 
• David Bagnall has worked in a variety of Youth Work and Social Care settings. Currently a Team Leader in ChildVision where he has worked for 16 years. He is the parent of a visually impaired son and is an advocate for Human Rights-based Approach in Health and Social Care Services; Participation, Accountability, Non-discrimination and Equality, Empowerment and Legality.

This podcast is proudly sponsored by Trust Social Care Consultancy, for the support and development of those working in the social care sector. Independent professional supervision can be arranged with individuals and groups Check out www.trustconsultancy.ie to see the range of services available to frontline staff, supervisors and organisations. Get in touch with owner and consultant, Audrey Moore on audreym@trustconsultancy.ie

Disclaimer: Please note that neither the HSE or Social Care Ireland endorse products or services mentioned in this podcast and opinions expressed are the persons own and not representative of either organisation.