Trauma-informed supervision is important if youth development and violence prevention programs are to achieve success. Topics covered in this presentation include trauma-informed leadership and trauma-informed supervision using an equity lens; encouraging training and development opportunities that raise awareness of and address secondary trauma; and the role of the supervisor in promoting empathy and equity in a trauma-informed system of care.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this presentation, you will be able to:
- Promote open communication and concern among staff, students, and clients
- Provide information and insight to clinical as well as non-clinical staff
- Prioritize employee well-being as well as your own well-being
- Prevent retraumatization, recognize resilience, and celebrate compassion among employees
- Practice and elevate empathy and equity in your role as a team leader