contact info
Box 21102, Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada, Y1A 6P8 phone/fax (867) 633-2747 janet@janetbwebster.com
My latest book:
Handbook for fluency training: Fast and accutate sight words
Philosophical basis
A clearly articulated philosophy for the program focuses the attention of program staff and others on what the program is intended to accomplish. Program goals arise naturally from a statement of philosophy. A philosophy and goals are fundamental in building and maintaining a strong team. I consider my work with program staff at this deep level of values and attitudes to be absolutely critical in terms of the more mundane aspects of program development.
In terms of my own philosophical orientation, I am strongly committed to a positive approach to the management of difficult behaviour and I favour the selection of the least intrusive approach to intervention. For children and youth with serious behaviour disorders or challenging mental health issues, I focus on assisting program staff to create a therapeutic environment that is conducive to growth and development for both participants and staff. I believe that social relationships and interpersonal interactions can be structured to be therapeutic.
For program serving clients with intellectual impairments, I strongly believe that quality of life, both during the developmental period and in adult life, should be a major guiding principle. Quality of life is improved by assisting individuals to move towards greater independence by increasing their skill level in self-help domains, in the productive use of leisure time, and in community integration.
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