TraumaSkills

TraumaSkills – Trauma-informed operating model for child welfare aftercare – is a project that develops a trauma-informed operating model for child welfare aftercare in the welfare sector. The model is built through co-development, client participation, and expertise based on experience. The model is based on work coaching, which supports the establishment of permanent trauma-informed practices and operating methods. The project is being implemented in collaboration between Laurea University of Applied Sciences and Metropolia University of Applied Sciences. The welfare area of Vantaa and Kerava is a partner in the development.

The introduction of a trauma-informed operating model supports the independence of aftercare clients and prevents intergenerational disadvantage. At the same time, it strengthens the importance of aftercare and improves the effectiveness of foster care. The model also promotes the well-being of employees, as child protection work is one of the most mentally demanding tasks in the social sector, where staff well-being and retention are a constant challenge.

The TraumaSkills project is planning how to expand the operating model to key ecosystems of support for adulthood. The aim is to coordinate services and support so that they form a safe and confidential whole to support young people's transition to adulthood.

Contact

Niina Pietilä
Project Manager for partial implementation
Email: niina.pietila [at] metropolia.fi (niina[dot]pietila[at]metropolia[dot]fi)
Telephone: 040 3341241