Graduates of the PHI coaching supervision train-the-trainer program recently gathered outside Philadelphia to share their skills, ideas and experiences at a peer gathering sponsored by PHI’s Center for Coaching Supervision and Leadership (CCSL). The gathering took place Sept. 17 and 18 at the Villanova Conference Center.

Over 50 participants from as far away as Oregon and North Carolina traveled to Pennsylvania to deepen their coaching supervision skills and share lessons learned. Trainers were able to connect with others who were at various stages of implementing coaching supervision, and to participate in skill-building workshops.

“We are growing so rapidly,” said CCSL Program Manager Makeeda Womack. “This was perfect timing to bring together trainers and reflect on the personal and organizational impact of using coaching supervision.”

The PHI Center for Coaching Supervision and Leadership, funded by the John A. Hartford Foundation and The Atlantic Philanthropies, is working with 42 long-term care organizations to transform how frontline staff are supervised and supported. In addition to training trainers in how to deliver the PHI coaching curriculum, CCSL works with executive leaders to support coaching throughout their organizations. The coaching approach strengthens communication and problem-solving skills, and reduces the time supervisors and managers spend “putting out fires.”

“Being a part of that whole experience was very positive,” said trainer Sherry Hill from Pennsylvania. “I learned a lot from others sharing their stories.”

To find out more about PHI’s coaching supervision training, email: consutling@phinational.org.

Aaron Toleos, Online Communications Director
atoleos@phinational.org