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Effective clinical supervisionChecklist for effective clinical supervision:55Develop a supervision contract that clearly defines the roles and responsibilitiesof the supervisory relationship.55Maintain confidentiality within the limits of the supervision contract.55Keep the supervisee safe and well by actively monitoring his/her level of stress and ability to cope.55Acknowledge the current skills and experience of the supervisee.55Address the individual needs of the supervisee, including learning preferences.55Acknowledge the supervisee as a person.55Provide positive reinforcement when new skills and knowledge are acquired to reinforce learning.55Ensure feedback is provided in a positive way and addresses areas of further development clearlyand unambiguously.55Acknowledge and manage factors that may influence the relationship (e.g. seniority, gender, culture).55Provide a supportive, professional but friendly environment, free from any intimidation.55Conduct supervision in the context of building a clinical team in which all members are accordedprofessional respect.30 HETI The Superguide FIRST EDITION