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Field mentoring is an essential part of the competency development
and assessment process in SSCBT. Field mentors provide client contact
observations and debriefing, and phone consultation with SSCBT interns
regarding their work with clients, and the application of the competencies
and indicators from the curriculum. This feedback is intended to
assist interns in accurately evaluating their own strengths and
areas for growth as it relates to their professional development.
The ideal field mentor applicant should have either a MSW or MA
in human services, a BA in human services, or an SSCBT credential
and relevant experience in delivering social services. Mentors usually
work with one-three interns, depending on their availability.
Preparation of new field mentors
All new field mentors will receive the SSCBT Field Mentor Training
and they can also attend SSCBT classes at no charge. Upon sending
in a Field Mentor application and resume, accepted mentors will
be matched with interns and contacted about their assignments and
training dates. Field mentor training focuses on strategies and
skills for facilitating and individualizing student learning using
a strengths perspective, observing and providing feedback, increasing
familiarity with the SSCBT competencies, and handling contingencies
and challenges in the mentoring process.
The following links provide more details regarding field mentor
tasks and qualifications, and applying to be an SSCBT field mentor:
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