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These numbers are concerning but not surprising. There are many initiatives that the department needs to adopt urgently, but the use of Early Intervention EMDR such as the Recent Traumatic Events Protocol (RTEP) and Group Traumatic Events Protocol (GTEP) are increasingly being researched as a means of mitigating Vicarious Trauma and Burnout in frontline staff. My wonderful colleague and friend, Jenny D. recently published an article that explores the use of RTEP and GTEP for residential out-of-home care staff and demonstrated a significant decrease in PCL-5 scores from baseline to follow up and a reduction in symptoms with and staff who received R-TEP or G-TEP. Morris, H., Hatzikiriakidis, K., Dwyer, J., Lewis, C., Halfpenny, N., Miller, R., & Skouteris, H. (2023). Early intervention for residential out-of-home care staff using eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Psychological trauma : theory, research, practice and policy, 15(Suppl 2), S456–S464. https://lnkd.in/g8tBwKPh
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Exciting opportunities for Residential Childrens Workers in the Matlock / Darley Dale area. Our homes will help young people to build safer futures by providing family centric, safe, stable and psychologically informed nurturing environments where young people can flourish. NVQ3 preferred but not essential as full training will be provided for the right applicants. £12.35 - £13.70ph, bonuses and career progression. Full UK driving license required. It is an exciting time to join us! For an application form and further information please contact, [email protected]
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A good break down of this broken down situation
Minister Chhour wants the first BOOT camp up and running for our most serious offenders by mid-year. The only way this is practically possible is the retrofitting and repurposing of a YJ residence and the development of a hastily constructed cut and paste programme. It could not be located on an army base because the co-location with the army would be problematic. Also a facility for serious young offenders would need a secure perimeter barbed fence of around 5 metres in height with a seperate area large enough to safely conduct core military exercises such as cardio, strength, obstacle courses, high wires, marching etc. Accommodation couldn't be in barracks because these are high risk young people. It would need to be of the same security standard as Youth Justice Residences. This means building specialist concrete buildings, with heavy locked doors and close surveillance to cater for the 24/7 needs of these young people. There would also need to be a large gymnasium, fields, classrooms and specialist equipment. All costing around $40-50 million. The number of staff needed to run a boot camp would be similar, or more, to a YJ residence. Typically, in total there are more staff than young people, because of regulated staffing ratios and its 24/7, three shift a day operation. The allocated $25 million per year will be easily spent on staffing costs and operations. Where will these highly trained, specialist people come from to manage, lead and staff the boot camp? Why has a national recruitment drive not started to recruit the 100 plus people? With prisons and residences both struggling to recruit and retain staff, will this initiative further deplete their staff? Adding to this, the public has been assured that the boor camps will not just be about marching around, rather the programme will include education, cognitive -behavioural programmes and therapeutic interventions to address addictions, trauma and mental health issues. It is deeply concerning if the plan is for current residential workers to staff the camps, when there are major unresolved leadership and staffing issues in all our residences, as highlighted in a recent independent residential review: “There is a profound misalignment between the complex & high needs of young people and the relatively unskilled workforce. There is a national shortage of social workers, a high workforce churn and poor performance management and accountability systems. Poorly trained staff are often left to interpret policies themselves, creating dangerous environments". The public is entitled to greater transparency on what is being proposed. If its a retrofit and repurposing of an already struggling residence, is this ethical at even the most basic level? And finally, is a “got to try something” a valid reason to develop a programme that will at best achieve poor or no results, but at worst continue our shocking legacy of damaging another generation of our most vulnerable.
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Minister Chhour wants the first BOOT camp up and running for our most serious offenders by mid-year. The only way this is practically possible is the retrofitting and repurposing of a YJ residence and the development of a hastily constructed cut and paste programme. It could not be located on an army base because the co-location with the army would be problematic. Also a facility for serious young offenders would need a secure perimeter barbed fence of around 5 metres in height with a seperate area large enough to safely conduct core military exercises such as cardio, strength, obstacle courses, high wires, marching etc. Accommodation couldn't be in barracks because these are high risk young people. It would need to be of the same security standard as Youth Justice Residences. This means building specialist concrete buildings, with heavy locked doors and close surveillance to cater for the 24/7 needs of these young people. There would also need to be a large gymnasium, fields, classrooms and specialist equipment. All costing around $40-50 million. The number of staff needed to run a boot camp would be similar, or more, to a YJ residence. Typically, in total there are more staff than young people, because of regulated staffing ratios and its 24/7, three shift a day operation. The allocated $25 million per year will be easily spent on staffing costs and operations. Where will these highly trained, specialist people come from to manage, lead and staff the boot camp? Why has a national recruitment drive not started to recruit the 100 plus people? With prisons and residences both struggling to recruit and retain staff, will this initiative further deplete their staff? Adding to this, the public has been assured that the boor camps will not just be about marching around, rather the programme will include education, cognitive -behavioural programmes and therapeutic interventions to address addictions, trauma and mental health issues. It is deeply concerning if the plan is for current residential workers to staff the camps, when there are major unresolved leadership and staffing issues in all our residences, as highlighted in a recent independent residential review: “There is a profound misalignment between the complex & high needs of young people and the relatively unskilled workforce. There is a national shortage of social workers, a high workforce churn and poor performance management and accountability systems. Poorly trained staff are often left to interpret policies themselves, creating dangerous environments". The public is entitled to greater transparency on what is being proposed. If its a retrofit and repurposing of an already struggling residence, is this ethical at even the most basic level? And finally, is a “got to try something” a valid reason to develop a programme that will at best achieve poor or no results, but at worst continue our shocking legacy of damaging another generation of our most vulnerable.
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In 1997 in the NYPD COMPSTAT College Executive Development class I attended it was suggested that the City expand the Emergency Medical Response system by incentivizing the EMT/Paramedic profession as a stepping stone for 18-22 year olds towards continued Civil Service in other agencies. The thought behind the proposal was that If you want to address violence in society then we need people to care for themselves and others by teaching the young adults the first aid/cpr skills necessary to meaningfully assist in crisis and times of emergency while providing financial stability. Teach young civilians how to become Emergency responders and caregivers. Teach young adults how to care for others while paying them to do it. Make 5 years EMS service a job prerequisite for all Civil Service jobs . Of course the time at EMS would count towards pension. Perhaps local governments should collaborate and In conjunction with local EMS/Paramedic agencies, they should endeavor to increase CPR/First Aid certification training to school age children (High School) , local community groups and church congregations. If they, the kids are worth a minimum of $120k to effect an arrest and house in jail every year, it seems economically sensible to alter the dynamic by paying the kids $52K a year directly for EMT/Paramedic skills and services that the City/State trains them for. The difference would be in the level of commitment. It's cheaper to give kids employment and train them to be EMT's than to lock them up for 26-40 months awaiting trial even for the most minor of nonviolent offenses such as Petit Larceny/Grand Larceny at a cost of more than 250K per non convicted detainee. The Entitlement perception should fade with medical first responder experience. Unfortunately the more horrific the disaster scene the faster they've will mature. Hire 3000-4000 18 year old NYC HS Grads For 5 years Give them A steady paycheck with a living wage earned in the real world as an EMT actually contributing to helping people on a daily basis would be a monumental. Emphasize the positive Of course it will take 5-7 years to break that Gangsta lifestyle cycle and replace it With the civil service dynamic.
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Introducing Going Forward Into Employment (GFIE) Hello to our esteemed LinkedIn community! We are immensely proud to unveil GFIE, an innovative initiative in collaboration with the Cabinet Office and the civil service. At GFIE, we’re not just creating job opportunities; we’re forging pathways of hope, aspiration, and empowerment. Our mission? To champion the invaluable skills and experiences of prison leavers and people with convictions, veterans, care leavers, and carers. We believe in the power of life chances and recognise the immense potential that people from different backgrounds bring to the table. What sets GFIE apart? You don’t necessarily need prior experience to join us. In many cases, if you possess the passion, meet the requirements, you’re dedicated, and have the desire to make a difference, you are already qualified for our scheme. We are committed to nurturing your talents, bridging gaps, and ensuring a seamless transition into meaningful roles across the Civil Service. We invite all forward-thinkers, change-makers, and allies to join hands with us. Whether you’re an organisation working with diverse talent or an individual eager to embark on a transformative journey, GFIE is your platform. Together, let’s redefine employment, challenge stereotypes, and create a more inclusive Civil Service that represents the society it serves. Connect with us, explore the possibilities, and let’s shape a brighter future, hand in hand. #GFIE #CabinetOffice #CivilService #LifeChances #InclusiveEmployment
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One thing moving to Texas I discovered was the expansive programs the North Central Texas Workforce offers job seekers. From education support-working with the colleges, to child care assistance, to job placement. Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas
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