Experiences and needs of leaders of group work in homes for children without adequate parental care

Čeč, Petra. (2015). Experiences and needs of leaders of group work in homes for children without adequate parental care. Diploma Thesis. Filozofski fakultet u Zagrebu, Department of Psychology. [mentor Jelić, Margareta].

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Abstract

Volunteering at group homes for children without adequate parental care is an extremely interesting and relevant topic. The aim of this study was to examine the motivation,reactions and needs of group work leaders in homes for children without adequate parental care through interviews. The sample included 10 participants with different experiences in group work and different academic backgrounds. The results have shown that all of the participants are intrinsically motivated. Although they are faced with enormous difficulties regarding organization and the structure and method of group work, which is a cause of frustration, the predominant feeling they reported in the interviews was satisfaction. Participants recognize some typical changes in their emotions, cognition and behaviour caused by work in children's homes. Coping with stress depends on the organizational possibilities, that is, whether they belong to an association that offers the possibility of supervision or the emotional outlet available to them is talking to their friends. All participants emphasize a greater need for better education and psychological support, more practical knowledge of experts in this area and better communication with the nursing staff.

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