Who is responsible for negotiating a new supervision contract after termination?

The supervisee is responsible for negotiating a new supervision contract after termination. This responsibility reflects the principle that the supervisee is actively involved in their professional development and is accountable for seeking the appropriate supervisory support they need. After a termination of a previous supervisory relationship, it is the supervisee’s responsibility to identify potential supervisors, engage in discussions about their needs, and ultimately negotiate the terms of a new supervision contract that aligns with their professional goals.

This process is essential for fostering the supervisee's autonomy and ensuring that they take an active role in their learning and growth. The supervisee benefits from choosing a supervisor who they feel meets their specific needs, thus forming a more tailored and effective supervisory relationship.

While the supervisor, the Board, and the previous supervisor may play roles in the supervision context, they do not carry the primary responsibility for negotiating a new contract after termination. Each of these parties has different functions, such as overseeing ethical guidelines, providing support, or previously guiding the supervisee, but the act of negotiating a new contract rests with the supervisee.