OOHC Trauma informed checklist Organisational Level – Program Level - Staff Level
Organisational Level
- Engage leadership to define core values.
- Incorporate trauma-informed language in vision and mission statements.
- Ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Communicate the vision to all staff and stakeholders.
- Review existing policies for alignment.
- Draft new policies emphasizing trauma-informed care.
- Involve staff in the policy development process.
- Ensure policies are accessible and regularly updated.
- Create a training curriculum on trauma-informed principles.
- Schedule regular training sessions throughout the year.
- Provide access to supplementary resources and materials.
- Evaluate training effectiveness and make adjustments as needed.
- Assess current physical spaces for safety and comfort.
- Implement changes to enhance privacy and accessibility.
- Incorporate calming elements in the environment.
- Regularly gather feedback from staff and clients on improvements.
- Host regular stakeholder meetings for input.
- Conduct surveys to gather feedback from clients and families.
- Incorporate stakeholder feedback into service planning.
- Share outcomes of stakeholder input with the community.
- Establish anonymous feedback channels for staff and clients.
- Regularly review feedback for trends and insights.
- Create an action plan based on feedback received.
- Communicate changes made in response to feedback.
- Design and distribute surveys to staff and clients.
- Analyze data to identify common trauma-related challenges.
- Engage focus groups for deeper insights.
- Report findings to all stakeholders for transparency.
- Select diverse members from various departments.
- Define roles and responsibilities for the committee.
- Set regular meeting schedules to assess progress.
- Create an action plan for implementing trauma-informed initiatives.
- Organize regular team meetings for sharing experiences.
- Encourage peer mentoring and support groups.
- Create a platform for sharing best practices.
- Recognize and celebrate collaborative efforts.
- Identify potential partner organizations in the community.
- Establish formal agreements to collaborate.
- Share resources and training opportunities.
- Evaluate partnership effectiveness and make adjustments.
- Define accountability roles within the organization.
- Establish clear performance metrics related to trauma-informed care.
- Regularly review adherence to principles.
- Provide support for staff who need guidance.
- Set a schedule for policy reviews.
- Stay informed about the latest trauma-informed research.
- Involve staff in the review process.
- Communicate updates to all stakeholders.
- Assess staff needs for self-care resources.
- Develop wellness programs that promote mental health.
- Provide access to counseling and support services.
- Encourage regular participation in self-care activities.
- Revise hiring criteria to prioritize trauma-informed skills.
- Train evaluators on trauma-informed practices.
- Incorporate trauma-informed principles into job descriptions.
- Regularly assess decision-making outcomes for alignment.
- Train staff on trauma-informed communication techniques.
- Develop guidelines for sensitive communication.
- Review all communication materials for trauma sensitivity.
- Encourage feedback on communication effectiveness.
- Define key performance indicators for trauma-informed practices.
- Conduct regular assessments using surveys and interviews.
- Analyze data to identify areas for improvement.
- Adjust strategies based on evaluation findings.
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