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Evaluating Interdisciplinary Work Groups Qiana R. Cryer University Of Maryland School of Social Work Maternal and Child

Evaluating Interdisciplinary Work Groups Qiana R. Cryer University Of Maryland School of Social Work Maternal and Child Health Scholar November 19, 2007. At the heart of Interdisciplinarity is communication . - Anonymous . Task Groups

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Evaluating Interdisciplinary Work Groups Qiana R. Cryer University Of Maryland School of Social Work Maternal and Child

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  1. Evaluating Interdisciplinary Work Groups Qiana R. Cryer University Of Maryland School of Social Work Maternal and Child Health Scholar November 19, 2007

  2. At the heart of Interdisciplinarity is communication. - Anonymous

  3. Task Groups Any group in which the overriding purpose is to accomplish a goal that is neither intrinsically nor immediately linked to the needs of the members of the group. Although the work of a task group may ultimately affect the members of the group, the primary purpose of task groups is to accomplish a goal that will affect a broader constituency, not just the members of the group. -Toseland, R. & Rivas, R. (2005). An introduction to group work practice. New York, NY: Pearson.

  4. Forming Interdisciplinary Task Groups • Blending of professional cultures • Identifying the roles and skills of other disciplines • Identifying both common and unique skills to the various disciplines • Recognizing the interdependence of disciplines within the in decision making process • - Peckunois, E. (2007, August). Developing a Team. Presented at the Maternal and Child Health Leadership Development Retreat, Baltimore, MD.

  5. Barriers to Effective Interdisciplinary Work Groups in Health Care Settings • Licensure & fee structure • Historical bias • Mistrust over autonomy & control • Competition for income • Lack of understanding of interdisciplinary professional ethics, competency, and professional roles • Lack of opportunity to experience interdisciplinary practice models during training • Differences in age, gender, and class • Scheduling conflicts • Lack of communication and shared objectives among disciplines • -Brashers, V., Curry,C., Harper,D., McDaniel, S., Pawlson,G., & Ball,J. (2001). Interprofessional health care education: Recommendations of the National Academies of Practice expert panel on health care in the 21st century. Issues in Interdisciplinary Care: National Academies of Practice Forum, 3, 21-31.

  6. Importance of Interdisciplinary Work Groups in Health Care Settings • Interdisciplinary practice is recognized as an important contributor to reduced hospital costs and improved inpatient outcomes • Outpatient interdisciplinary teams document cost savings, improved health outcomes, and greater client satisfaction • -Brashers, V., Curry,C., Harper,D., McDaniel, S., Pawlson,G., & Ball,J. (2001). Interprofessional health care education: Recommendations of the National Academies of Practice expert panel on health care in the 21st century. Issues in Interdisciplinary Care: National Academies of Practice Forum, 3, 21-31.

  7. Key Factors for Successful Interdisciplinary Groups • Shared vision and purpose • Goals • Effective communication • Sustainability * • Evaluation • Political climate • Resources • Policies/laws/regulations • Connectedness • -Borden, L. & Perkins, D. (1999). Assessing your collaboration: A self evaluation tool. Journal of Extension, 37, 1-4.

  8. Reasons for Conducting Evaluations • Evaluations can demonstrate the usefulness of a specific group • Information from evaluations can help groups improve their leadership skills • Evaluations can inform groups about the effects of specific interventions • Groups can assess their progress and whether or not they are accomplishing • their goals • Group members can express their satisfaction and dissatisfaction with the group • Group can share knowledge with similar groups • - Toseland, R. & Rivas, R. (2005). An introduction to group work practice. New York, NY: Pearson.

  9. Types of Evaluations • Progress notes • Personal interviews • Questionnaires • Analysis of reports or other products of a group’s work • Review of audiotapes and videotapes of group meetings • Role plays • Reliable and valid scales • - Toseland, R. & Rivas, R. (2005). An introduction to group work practice. New York, NY: Pearson.

  10. Case Example The Oral Health Care Crisis: A Silent Epidemic

  11. Identified Problem: “ Not all Americans are benefiting equally from improvements in health and health care. A silent epidemic of oral disease is affecting our most vulnerable citizens- poor children…” -Surgeon’s General Report 2000. Retrieved: November 1, 2007. www.nih.gov.

  12. Oral Health and Overall Health • Untreated oral disease may lead to problems in eating, speaking, and sleeping • Poor oral health among children has been tied to poor performance in school and poor social relationships • Children with chronic dental pain may have difficulty concentrating, poor self image, and problems completing school work • Children with early childhood dental problems also often weigh less • Childhood oral disease has significant medical and financial consequences • -Surgeon’s General Report 2000. Retrieved: November 1, 2007. www.nih.gov.

  13. Evaluation Process • Conduct a needs assessment • Identify shared purpose and goals • Evaluation of group process

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