During the ending phase, what is the worker's primary role?

During the ending phase, what is the worker's primary role?

• A. Enforcing closure of the group immediately
• B. Helping members cope with ending more effectively
• C. Assigning final tasks
• D. Maintaining neutrality at all times

Answer: (B)

Ending phase focuses on helping members cope with separation and consolidate the gains from the group. The worker’s primary role is to guide a thoughtful closure, validate feelings about parting, and help members reflect on what they’ve learned and how to apply it after the group ends. This includes reviewing progress toward goals, recognizing what’s been achieved, addressing any unfinished business or unresolved emotions, and creating concrete plans for continuing growth or finding further support. The aim is to normalize feelings of loss and pride, provide a sense of closure, and ensure a smooth transition rather than an abrupt end or a sole focus on tasks. A final synthesis activity, reflection on skills, and discussion of resources for ongoing use help members maintain gains. While staying supportive and respectful, the worker focuses on processing the ending and facilitating sustainable change, rather than forcing closure or only assigning final tasks.

Ending phase focuses on helping members cope with separation and consolidate the gains from the group. The worker’s primary role is to guide a thoughtful closure, validate feelings about parting, and help members reflect on what they’ve learned and how to apply it after the group ends. This includes reviewing progress toward goals, recognizing what’s been achieved, addressing any unfinished business or unresolved emotions, and creating concrete plans for continuing growth or finding further support. The aim is to normalize feelings of loss and pride, provide a sense of closure, and ensure a smooth transition rather than an abrupt end or a sole focus on tasks. A final synthesis activity, reflection on skills, and discussion of resources for ongoing use help members maintain gains. While staying supportive and respectful, the worker focuses on processing the ending and facilitating sustainable change, rather than forcing closure or only assigning final tasks.