Team Building
When you and your co (or LSHIP) are on the same page, especially when in front of others like campers, this is called...
United Front
This type of trauma can be described as a single, overwhelming event
what is acute trauma
What qualifies someone as a foster youth in California?
someone who is under the age of 21 who has been removed from their home due to abuse or neglect by a parent or guardian
What is the purpose of having boundaries?
To remove the opportunity for abuse to occur since abuse is rarely directly observed
Are we required to report to authorities if we think a child is being abused or has been abused?
Yes
What is a consequence of failing to create a united front?
lack of trust, authority, etc
This type of trauma results form multiple, chronic and prolonged overwhelming traumatic events/experiences
What is chronic/complex trauma
is it likely that some of our campers will be foster youth?
Yes
What should you do if you see another volunteer cross a boundary, even if it’s small?
Report to LSHIP! It might be an honest mistake, but it might also be a behavior in a series of similar situations
What are some things you should do when a camper disclosed abuse?
Stay calm, believe them, let the camper know you are reporting it, report to LSHIP/staff
What are some of the goals of a debrief?
to get on the same page, and support each other
This brain region is responsible for our highest-order cognitive abilities; regulates our thoughts, actions, and emotions through extensive connections with other brain regions
what is the prefrontal cortex
Why are kids put into the foster care system?
Neglect, abuse, drug use, incarceration, illness/death
How do you wake up a child who hasn’t responded to vocal requests?
Gently shake their shoulder, this is the only time you can touch them
Can you promise to keep a secret with campers?
NO
When should you debriefing?
at least once a day OR before/after running an activity OR after major issues OR if feeling out of sync with co
How does mild acute uncontrollable stress affect prefrontal cognitive abilities?
there is a dramatic loss of prefrontal cortex
What are some negative consequences of “aging out of the system” for kids who are not reunited with their parents or adopted?
Homlesseness, fewer educational attainments, higher risk of substance abuse, mental illness
Which type of hugs are allowed at camp, full hugs or side hugs?
side hugs
What are the four different categories of abuse?
Physical, sexual, neglect, and emotional,
When debriefing, what should you do if you are afraid to bring up issues...
Ask LSHIP or another volunteer to help facilitate conversation OR debrief often to avoid awkward situations OR practice debriefing BEFORE going up to camp rn
What is a long-term effect of stress on the brain?
Prolonged stress can literally shrink your prefrontal cortex (thanks cortisol)
How many foster youth are there in LA?
20,000+
Can you give a camper a yarn necklace for their birthday? If so, why?
Yes because it is an inexpensive gift
What are some of the signs of physical abuse?
Abnormal bruises or marks, slap marks, belt marks, cigarette burns, iron burns, reluctance to go home