Staff Develpment and Training

A Day of Training and Team Building

Our recent Staff Development Day brought together our dedicated team for a day of growth, learning, and camaraderie. The event was meticulously planned to ensure that all staff members were up-to-date with meeting certification requirements and to reinforce our commitment to excellence in our field. The day was filled with insightful sessions on crucial topics, and it concluded with a creative team-building activity that left everyone inspired.

Certification Requirements: Key Topics

The day commenced with a detailed review of the certification requirements, ensuring that each staff member is well-versed in essential areas. We covered several key topics:

• Health and Safety: Emphasizing the importance of maintaining a safe working environment for everyone.
• History of Disabilities: Providing a deeper understanding of the diverse needs and challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.
• State Reporting Requirements: Ensuring compliance with state regulations to maintain the highest standards of service.

Comprehensive Training Sessions

Our training sessions were designed to address potential emergency situations and ensure that our staff is prepared for any scenario. The sessions included:

• Shelter in Place: Strategies for dealing with situations like tornadoes, power outages, and water shortages.
• Evacuation Drill: Procedures for safely evacuating during flooding or fire emergencies.
• Evaluate and React Drill (EV2): Training for handling workplace violence, active shooter situations, and bomb threats.
• Medical Emergency Response: Essential skills for responding to medical emergencies swiftly and effectively.
• Authority & Media Request Policies: Guidelines for interacting with authorities and media during incidents.
• Incident Reporting in Britco: Training on the use of Britco for accurate and timely incident reporting.
• Facilities Safety & Security Walkthrough: A hands-on session to identify and rectify any safety hazards in our facilities.

Guest Speaker: Dementia Training

We were honored to have a guest speaker from ALZ.org, who provided invaluable insights into dementia care. This session deepened our understanding of dementia and equipped us with tools to offer compassionate and informed support to those affected.

Mission, Vision, & Core Values: Our Driving Force

A segment of the day was devoted to reflecting on our mission, vision, and core values. This reflection reaffirmed why we do what we do and reinforced our collective commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.

Creative Team Building: Living Artwork

The day concluded on a creative note with a team-building activity that challenged us to bring a classic artwork to life. Teams were tasked to recreate a living artwork, which had to remain active for at least 30 seconds with all participants visible in the final frame. Using items available at We Care Arts, teams showcased their creativity and teamwork. This activity not only fostered collaboration but also allowed us to appreciate the diverse talents within our team.

In conclusion, our Staff Development Day was a pivotal opportunity for learning, growth, and strengthening our bonds as a team. We look forward to applying what we have learned to continue providing exceptional service and support. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this day a success, and here's to many more days of growth and unity!