Services will promote the prevention of escalating need and the right help is available at the right time
It will do this through describing the knowledge and skills required to be ACE-informed and ACE-skilled and principles for ACE-informed leaders; core values of safety (emotional and physical), choice, collaboration, empowerment and skill-building and trust-worthiness. 4. ACE Skills and Knowledge Framework Note: This is a “live” document and will be reviewed and updated. ACE-Informed People ACE-Informed people understand what Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are and understand their impact throughout the life course. They understand what trauma-informed practice is, and reflect on their own role in preventing, tackling and mitigating ACEs / trauma. They realise the importance of their own well-being, reflect of mechanisms for self-care and know when and how to seek advice and support. Knowledge
Skills/behaviours
Understand what Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are and what trauma and adversity is.
Observe and notice potential signs of ACEs / trauma / re-traumatisation and respond in compassionate and supportive manner.
Understand the prevalence and impact of ACEs and other forms of trauma and adversity; understand the different ways in which ACEs can affect people throughout the life course. Knowledge of the trauma response to ACEs and the impact on brain development. Understand the collective role in mitigating the impact of, and responding to, ACEs and other forms of trauma and adversity. Understand that trauma-informed practice is a recognition that trauma experiences are a possibility for anyone and therefore universal consideration of the core principles of safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration and empowerment is required.
Connect with people through kindness and understanding. Describe own role in responding to ACEs / mitigating the impact of ACEs and the application of the core principles of trauma-informed practice. Reflect on own role in responding to ACEs / mitigating the impact of ACEs and the application of the core principles of trauma-informed practice. Identify own support mechanisms and access as necessary.
Understand own role in preventing, tackling and mitigating the impact of ACEs, trauma and adversity. Understand when and where to access advice and support if needed.
Date: 03 Feb 2020
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