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Hello |
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 Perhaps there is nothing so terrifying as powerlessness.
We have all had the childhood nightmare. Something dangerous is chasing us but we feel as though we are running through quicksand. No matter how hard we try it seems that our body just doesn’t respond. We become afraid of our own fear.
For so many of the organizations CCN responds to, that nightmare has become a reality. Whether it is the rage that follows an armed robbery, the shock of an industrial accident, or the grief that accompanies a suicide, employees will often give voice to that powerlessness, saying "I just wish I could have done something!"
Effective crisis intervention understands that fear of powerlessness and quickly works to channel it into positive, life-giving directions. As a Crisis Care Network Specialist, you frequently consult with leaders regarding the absolute necessity of facilitating appropriate next steps for their workgroup, restoring focus. You walk along side traumatized employees and help them identify achievable goals of self care and a return to work, restoring hope.
Empowerment. Efficacy. Momentum. These words are included in the ingredients for resiliency. We trust that this PracticePoints edition provides you with resources to lead well.
Best,
Jeff
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Jeff Gorter, LMSW
Account Executive
Clinical Team Member
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Returning to Work After a Workplace Trauma |
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Employees returning to work after a traumatic event often have a host of questions: Am I ready? What can I expect? Is there anything I can do to prepare myself? At CCN we realize that those first few days back at the workplace are pivotal for the recovery and long-term success of employees who have endured a critical incident. In response to these unique challenges we have developed this brief tip sheet, suitable for distribution, to support the resilience of returning workers. To view this handout click Tips. |
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Recovery in the Aftermath of Workplace Violence: Guidance for Supervisors |
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The steps taken by supervisors immediately after a traumatic workplace event are often the best predictors of eventual return to work and productivity for the entire work-group. This excellent handout from the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress provides concrete guidance for leaders and managers coping with the psychological aftereffects of a violent event. To view the handout click Recovery. |
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Powerless No Longer: Transitioning Impacted Employees to a Future Focus |
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When “under the influence” of traumatic stress, humans (and animals) typically react with the familiar Fight/Flight/Freeze Response. Multiple, immediate neuro-chemical adjustments quickly equip enhanced capabilities to address the present threat. Whereas these responses can have short-term survival value in the midst of a crisis, they often do not translate well to today’s work environments and inhibit personal and organizational productivity.
Consider these reactions in terms of their potential impacts upon productivity and return to work:
Fight
Amidst a perceived threat, people immediately attempt to make sense of the incident in attempt to gain some sense of control over it. [read more]
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