Search the World's Largest Database of Information Science & Technology Terms & Definitions
InfInfoScipedia LogoScipedia
A Free Service of IGI Global Publishing House
Below please find a list of definitions for the term that
you selected from multiple scholarly research resources.

What is Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

Chapter 5
The Role of Child Life Specialists in Community Settings
Interventions that help keep staff and students safe during crises such as assaultive, disruptive, or out-of-control persons. Training focuses on prevention, de-escalation, personal safety, and physical intervention.
Published in Chapter:
School
Audra Holst-VanNoord (Lowell Area School District, USA), Jessica Lewin (River Valley School District, USA), and Courtney Rosborough (Edmonton Catholic School District, Canada)
Copyright: © 2023 |Pages: 41
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-5097-0.ch005
Abstract
Child life specialists in schools help students, school staff, and families function more cohesively, advocating for the needs of each individual while continuing to prioritize child development. This chapter will outline the student and staff needs that child life specialists are uniquely suited to meet while also giving an overview of interventions, supports, roles, and coping strategies that can be led by a child life specialist within the school setting. Throughout this chapter, one will see how easily a child life specialist can integrate into existing systems or propose a new position within the school environment.
Full Text Chapter Download: US $37.50 Add to Cart
eContent Pro Discount Banner
InfoSci OnDemandECP Editorial ServicesAGOSR