OT 852 Class 3: Group Planning

Climate/environment (context); group size; timing; composition

What should you consider in terms of a group's structure? (4)

Relevant, understandable, measurable, behavioural, achievable

What are RUMBA goals?

Frames of Reference

A set of interrelated, internally consistent concepts, definitions and assumptions that provide a systematic description and prescription for a practitioner's interaction within a particular aspect of a profession's domain of concern

Narrows down the issue(s) you will focus on (purpose, goals, outcomes)

Identifies which members would benefit most (or least) from participating

Suggests a leadership style

Determines your approach

Why is it important to use a frame of reference? (4)

OT Group Protocol

An extensive and detailed outline of a group to be planned by the OT for a specific client population

Reasoning process to creating a group protocol

1. Gather information about the client

2. Choose frame of reference

3. Develop protocol

4. Plan sessions

5. Implement group

6. Evaluate group process and outcomes