Workforce Safety & Well-Being

Our employees are the backbone of Ignite Families. Their safety and well-being are vital to serving families effectively. We commit to creating a workplace that prioritizes physical safety, emotional health, and resilience.

Ignite Families Zero-Tolerance Workplace Conduct & Whistleblower Protection Policy

Safety Framework

Workplace Violence Prevention Program

  • Zero tolerance for harassment, threats, or violence.
  • Clear reporting procedures (incident report form, direct supervisor, emergency line).
  • Designated Safety Officer reviews and responds to every incident.

Annual Risk Analysis

  • Yearly evaluations of workplace risks (physical spaces, visitations, community settings).
  • Immediate mitigation steps taken when risks are identified.

Training & Education

  • All staff trained at hire and annually in:
    1. De-escalation and conflict resolution
    2. Identifying high-risk situations in home visits
    3. Reporting safety incidents promptly

Well-being Framework

Resilience Supports

  • Peer support groups and mentorship programs.
  • Access to mental health and counseling resources.
  • Encouragement of self-care practices (sleep, nutrition, stress management).

Leadership Accountability

  • Supervisors required to monitor signs of burnout.
  • Regular check-ins with staff on caseload, workload, and wellness.

Purpose: To ensure employees feel safe, supported, and able to serve families with full presence and professionalism.