Review the Learning Resources on treatment group methods and interventions.

• Conduct your own library search for articles on group interventions for the target population (i.e., people experiencing addiction or sexual assault trauma).
• Review your Week 7 Assignment, in which you detailed the contract and orientation processes of your proposed treatment group.
• Continue to draft your Treatment Group Proposal by focusing on the intervention framework.

Submit a 1- to 2-page paper covering the following section of your Treatment Group Proposal:

• Intervention Framework
  • Describe the evidence-based practices and techniques to be used. Justify why the framework is appropriate for the target population and issue(s).
  • Identify and justify topics you plan to cover over the course of the group treatment.

Use the Learning Resources and any relevant additional literature to support your paper. Make sure to provide APA citations and a reference list.

WEEK 7 ASSIGMENT

Composition & Contract and Orientation

Student ;Adeline Patipe

Instructor Name: Dr.DiaonClarke

Course Name:Advanced Social Work Practice II

Week 7 Assignment

Composition and Contract

Criteria for Inclusion and Exclusion

Only adults (at least 18 years) experiencing chronic pain and currently prescribed/recently discontinued opioid medications will take part in the group therapy. Everyone will be free to take part in the group irrespective of their sexual orientation, identity, race, religion, nation of origin, and ability/disability, provided they satisfy the first criterion. The exclusion criteria are also well-defined. Accordingly, individuals not experiencing chronic pain but struggling with overcoming opioid use will not be included in the group therapy. Besides, people who take opioids without a prescription will also not be included. Similarly, persons whose use of opioids to manage chronic pain was recently discontinued will also be excluded from the study. Moreover, individuals seeking a different form of treatment will not participate in the therapeutic intervention.

Size (number in group) and the Type of Group

The group size will be capped to ensure effective interaction and support. A range of eight to 12 members will be reasonable because it will foster a sense of community. This number is also appropriate for enabling meaningful discussions. The group will start as a closed group to maintain a stable and secure environment for members. Once formed, the group will then transition to semi-open structure. The essence of this transition is that it will go a long way to allow new members to join during specific intervals while maintaining confidentiality and trust among the existing members.

Contents of contract

Number of Sessions and Frequency

The group will run for 12 sessions. However, there will be room for extension. An extension will mainly depend on the needs of the members. If there will be undressed needs after the completion of the 12 sessions, additional ones will be planned based on the expert's decision. The sessions will be held weekly to provide consistent support and facilitate a structured therapeutic process, an issue also supported by Ezhumalai et al. (2018).

Time of Meetings and Length

The group sessions will be scheduled in the evening to accommodate the participants' various work schedules and other commitments. The designated onset time is 5:30 pm. Each session will last for 90 minutes or one and a half hours. This time is sufficient for group discussions and therapeutic interventions.

Orientation

Confidentiality and Informed Consent

Confidentiality is paramount in group therapy, as Avasthi et al. (2022) demonstrated. To this end, the group leader will emphasize the cause during the orientation. Members will be reminded that sharing personal experiences within the group should remain within the group space. The group leader will also explain the limits of confidentiality to ensure that the members understand situations where information should not be disclosed. This will help in enhancing their safety. The team leader will obtain Informed consent from each participant to make their involvement voluntary. The patron will also explain the purpose, goals, and potential benefits and risks of participation in the group therapy. The participants will ask questions and seek clarification before providing consent.

Establishing Rules

Members will be encouraged to share their experiences without fear of judgment, as suggested by Toseland and Rivas (2017). This will help in establishing a culture of respect for a supportive group dynamic. The group leader will encourage active participation while recognizing individual comfort levels. No participant will be mandated to share more than they are comfortable with. The group leader will emphasize the importance of attending sessions on time. They will denote that timely attendance will help in maintaining the group's rhythm and supportiveness. The group leader will encourage the members to commit to the full duration of the sessions. They will be advised that this will maximize the therapeutic benefits.