Lima, Carlos and Ornelas, Alexandra and Villa, Jonathan and Yang, Bella (2023) Impact of the KAWA model on leadership in occupational therapy with older adults. Masters thesis, Stanbridge University.
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Purpose: Our research study is to assess the effectiveness of the Kawa model as an intervention for enhancing team building in the workplace. The Kawa model, an occupational therapy-based framework with a focus on culture, can be used to improve leadership skills. It offers a distinctive viewpoint by using the metaphor of a river to analyze people's experiences and interactions with their surroundings. The Kawa model can aid in the development of a more comprehensive awareness of a leader's personal strengths, weaknesses, and values as well as the dynamics of their team or organization. Leaders can gain insight into their leadership style, pinpoint areas for improvement, and create strategies to improve team collaboration, communication, and overall performance by investigating the metaphorical elements of the river, such as the rocks (challenges), driftwood (resources), and riverbanks (cultural context). Leadership not only impacts employees and employee retention but is also a crucial aspect of client-centered healthcare and plays a pivotal role in occupational therapy. Occupational therapy professionals are responsible for providing high-quality care to their patients and ensuring they receive the support they need to reach their goals. Methods: Our research study was implemented using technological means including recruiting participants via social media, collecting data and storing it remotely, and delivering an activity virtually via a QR code. The surveys became available after the participants agreed to the consent form, while the intervention was given through an asynchronized video recording and were given a one-week time frame to complete. The research team formulated an online survey, for the pre and post data collection. Our initial custom survey was created from three different questionnaires. These included: Team STEPPS 2.0 for long-term care questionnaire (Chen et al., 2020), the Organizational Commitment Scale (OCQ; Modway et al.1979), and the Short Job Satisfaction Questionnaire. Only fully completed surveys and Kawa activities were reflected in the results. Results: There were 7 participants total. Scores were based on the participants’ cumulative answers from the entire survey process and then broken down into each of the component surverys. The scores were added from the Likert scale scores for each individual question. The scores were broken down into the sections of the survey; TeamStepps 2.0, Organizational Commitment Scale and the Job Satisfaction Questionnaire. The results showed an increase in the total score in 6/7 participants for the Team STEPPS 2.0 questionnaire section of the survey. The results from the OCQ displayed an increase in 2/7 of the total scores for this section only. The results of the Short Job Satisfaction Questionnaire exhibited a decrease in 5/7 scores for this section only. Conclusion: The results suggest the Kawa activity was helpful in increasing participant scores. Recognizing the significance of leadership growth, the application of the Kawa model offers a comprehensive framework for understanding and developing effective leadership skills, ultimately fostering a positive and supportive work environment that enhances employee well-being and organizational success.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Masters) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | MSOTRS001 |
| Subjects: | R Medicine > RM Therapeutics. Pharmacology |
| Depositing User: | Kareena Yashko |
| Date Deposited: | 23 Jul 2024 18:06 |
| Last Modified: | 23 Jul 2024 18:06 |
| URI: | http://repository.stanbridge.edu/id/eprint/160 |
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