AM Breakouts – 90 minutes
Presenter Pronouns: he/him
OVERVIEW
Evidence shows that a significant number of people experience trauma of one form or another, putting them at risk of facing triggers of their trauma, or being re-traumatized within the context of an organizational setting. To better support people who may have experienced trauma, workplaces and service providers need to have an understanding of trauma informed care, so they can communicate effectively and avoid the risks of creating further harm. This session will assume knowledge of basic aspects of trauma impact and build on this knowledge by discussing practical application of organizational practices, such as change management, to prevent re-traumatization.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
As a result of attending this presentation, participants will:
1. Describe the principles of trauma informed care;
2. List important aspects of management in a trauma responsive environment;
3. Explain how change management practices can lead to an effective trauma sensitive environment; and
4. Utilize an evaluation system to build in self-care practices for employees.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Management and administration of organizations as well as clinical and direct care staff.
PRESENTER
Ragan Schriver is an Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work as well as the Director of the MSSW Program, Knoxville Campus. He teaches clinical and leadership courses in the MSSW program. He previously served as Executive Director of Catholic Charities of East Tennessee for fifteen years. He earned his MSW from Washington University in St. Louis, MO and became a licensed social worker in 2001. He earned his Doctor of Psychology degree in 2016, his capstone project was on Trauma Informed Care.