Protecting Healthcare Workers: Addressing the Impact of Interpersonal Violence
Healthcare workers dedicate their lives to caring for others, yet many face challenges that can affect their safety and well-being—including interpersonal violence. This webinar will explore how experiences of violence outside the workplace can influence safety within health care settings. We’ll discuss how organizations can recognize signs of distress, support affected employees, create safe reporting pathways, and foster a culture of safety and prevention.
Attendees Will Learn:
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The connection between interpersonal violence and workplace violence in health care settings, and why it matters.
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Warning signs and risk factors that may indicate an employee is experiencing interpersonal violence.
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Strategies for prevention and intervention, including trauma-informed approaches and safety planning.
Speakers
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Jennifer Gadsky, MSW, LCSW, Executive Director, ALIVE, Inc. – Alternatives to Living In Violent Environments
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Jason Grellner, VP and Head of Healthcare, Evolv Technology
