De-escalation Techniques in Youth Environments

Professionals working in social service agencies such as residential care, community based organizations, and schools often interact with children that are displaying aggressive behavior and destructive behaviors.  One of the most critical skills for these professionals is to teach children to manage their feelings of frustration, anger, or loss in more socially and developmentally appropriate ways.  Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) stresses crisis prevention and crisis de-escalation in ways that help children learn to avoid losing control.

This workshop will give professionals the tools to practice crisis prevention strategies and crisis intervention techniques that support a more productive environment for children and professionals.  Students will practice their skills by role playing and group discussions.  These opportunities allow workshop participants to practice activities and gain immediate hands-on experience in the subject matter. Presented by Debbie Lloyd, Staff Secure Manager, Child & Family

Objectives:

             Participants will be able to:

• Proactively prevent and/or de-escalate a potential crisis situation with a child or young person
• Manage a crisis situation therapeutically in a manner that reduces the risk of harm to children and staff
• Assist children and young people improve their coping strategies