Trauma Informed Practices
This 1 day training will introduce practitioners to the concept of trauma informed care. Practitioners will be able to:
1) Understanding Trauma and Its Impact Outcome: Participants will be able to define trauma and explain its prevalence across various populations. Outcome: Participants will identify the different types of trauma (e.g., acute, chronic, complex) and understand their potential impacts on mental, emotional, and physical health. Outcome: Attendees will recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in clients, families, and staff members.
2) Principles of Trauma-Informed Care Outcome: Participants will be able to articulate SAMHSA’s six key principles of TIC: safety, trustworthiness and transparency, peer support, collaboration and mutuality, empowerment, voice and choice, and cultural, historical, and gender issues.
3) Vicarious Trauma and Self-Care for Staff Outcome: Participants will understand vicarious trauma, burnout, and compassion fatigue, including how they differ and their effects on staff well-being. Outcome: Attendees will identify signs of vicarious trauma in themselves and colleagues, and understand the importance of proactive self-care and organizational support. Outcome: Participants will develop an individualized self-care plan and identify organizational strategies to support staff well-being.