RSC for Tuolumne HHSA

 

 

Press play (13:54) to hear from Tuolumne participants on how RSC can support teams. Click here to hear more from our agency partner, Solano County. 

 

Reflective Supervision/Consultation (RSC) is an innovative model of professional development used to support workers in high-stress positions working with vulnerable and/or trauma-exposed positions. 

As an employee of Tuolumne County Child Welfare, you can access this resource with an external consultant from the Alyssa Najera team. Individual and group RSC sessions are confidential. Click here to learn more about RSC or watch the video above to hear from members of Tuolumne Child Welfare Team. 

 

FY24-25 RSC Group Schedules

Click to View Leadership RSC Group Schedule

Click to View Social Worker/Support Staff RSC Group Cohorts

 

RSC Group

RSC groups are small groups (max 8 participants) available for the following classifications:

• Support Staff
• Social Workers
• Supervisors
• Agency Managers
• Deputy Directors
• Directors

They are confidential and require you to join from a private space. Topics that may arise in group discussion include case consults, secondary traumatic stress, burnout, interpersonal conflicts, achievements, communication tools, navigating trauma responses, boundary setting, educational resources, and emotion regulation tools.

How often does RSC Group occur?

All RSC Group cohorts run from fall to spring. Consistent attendance (minimum 70% attendance) is required to protect the group’s dynamic and safety. Inconsistent attendance may result in being asked to leave the group.

All groups are voluntary, two hours in length, and occur once monthly, except for the probationary group. The probationary group is 90 minutes twice monthly and is required for all new ISOC staff. Sign-ups for all other voluntary groups occur over the summer. 

Who can sign up for RSC Group?

The RSC groups are available to all ISOC Staff and HHSA leadership (supervisors, management, deputy directors, and directors). 

Is RSC group in-person or virtual?

Your facilitator is present via video. If you are in the office, a conference or group room may be reserved for your group time, providing you and your peers with a confidential space to join. If you are working remotely, you may participate via the video conference link. 

Do I need approval from my supervisor to participate?

Approval is not needed. Because RSC is protected time, we encourage you to communicate openly with your supervisor and/or team for any coverage needs or contingency planning when you are unavailable. 

How do I sign up for RSC Group?

RSC Group cohorts run from fall to spring. Sign-ups occur over the summer. Social Services Supervisor and RSC Liaison Macejko DeLacy runs social worker and support staff group sign-ups. Assistant HHSA Director Michelle Clark runs leadership group sign-ups. 

***To protect the rapport building and group dynamic that begins at the first session, late add-ins are not allowed.

RSC Group Expectations

• Confidentiality: Groups are confidential. Some exceptions will be discussed at the first session.
• Consistent Attendance: Consistency is essential to the group process and safety. Signing up is a commitment to attending at least 8 out of 12 sessions. Inconsistent attendance may result in being asked to leave the group.
• Communications: If you cannot attend, inform your facilitator via email.
• First Session: You must attend the first session to remain in the group. If you are unable to attend, please let the facilitator know, and she will contact you individually to follow up.
• Working in Office: If you are in the office, please join your peers in one of the open conference rooms. The facilitator will be present via video, allowing participants to meet in person. At least one participant will need to bring a laptop. Additional details regarding conference room reservations will follow.
• Working Remote: If you are joining remotely, please ensure you are in a private and confidential space. Avoid joining from a public space such as a cubicle, coffee shop, or open breakroom. Not only will this protect the confidentiality of the space, but it will also create a protected environment for you to engage and participate in the conversation openly.
• Participatory Experience: RSC Group is an organic conversation focused on navigating the experiences and emotions resulting from your work. Please be prepared to be present for yourself and your peers, multitasking is discouraged.
• Monthly Evaluations: As a requirement of our funding source, we are required to provide monthly evaluations. Once a month, your facilitator will be provide a link to a  short survey. Please complete it as soon you receive it. Surveys are also provided to your leadership in an aggregate report at the end of each month for ongoing program evaluation.

 

Onboarding RSC 

ISOC Support Staff

All new ISOC support staff participate in regular 1:1 onboarding RSC with our team throughout their probationary year. After probation is complete, support staff are invited to sign up for the RSC group for ISOC support staff. RSC group sign ups occur over summer in preparation for the fall cohort. 

ISOC Social Workers

All new ISOC Social Workers are included in the probationary RSC group facilitated by Kalindi Malcom, LMFT. This 90-min group occurs twice monthly. The probationary group is an organic group discussion guided by topics including trauma, secondary trauma, emotional regulation, effective communication, professionalism, professional boundaries and self awareness. 

Child Welfare Social Workers

PROBATIONARY GROUP: All new Child Welfare Social Workers are included in the ISOC Probationary RSC group facilitated by Kalindi Malcom, LMFT. This is a 90-min group that occurs twice monthly. The probationary group is an organic group discussion guided by topics including trauma, secondary trauma, emotional regulation, effective communication, professionalism, professional boundaries and self awareness. 

INDIVIDUAL RSC: In addition to the Probationary Group, new Child Welfare social workers participate in individual RSC with Kalindi Malcom, LMFT. Kalindi will contact the new CWS social worker within their first week to schedule regular 1:1s for the entirety of the probationary year. 

 

On Demand RSC (individual RSC) 

What is On Demand RSC?

 

In addition to small group settings, individual RSC is also available to Tuolumne Child Welfare staff through On Demand RSC. On Demand RSC is available during the workday and at no cost to you. It is a reflective and confidential space between you and an outside Reflective Consultant that allows you to slow down and navigate the thoughts, feelings, and interactions experienced within your professional role.

*On Demand RSC sessions are via video and are available as needed

 

Who can access On Demand RSC?

On Demand RSC is available to all ISOC staff and HHSA leadership

• ASOC social workers, supervisors, and support staff
• CSOC social workers, supervisors, and support staff
• HHSA directors, deputy directors, agency managers, and supervisors

How do I Request an On Demand RSC?

Follow the link to complete a Request to Schedule Reflective Supervision/ Consultation (RSC). Our team will contact you within 2 business days with available times. You may also email your Reflective Consultant directly to request a 1:1.