At Step By Step Inc., we are intentionally driving change that fosters wellness and healing. Embracing a Trauma-Informed, Resilience-Oriented, and Equity-Focused (TRE) framework is vital for both our workforce and the individuals we serve. This transformation is an ongoing journey, rooted in building awareness and equipping our team with meaningful, real-world tools.
Every single team member plays an active role in this continuous evolution. Because we cannot pour from an empty cup, self-care is a core pillar of TRE—we aim to sustain and empower our staff so they can effectively support others. Crucially, TRE is not a checkbox, a static policy, or a one-time training. It is a living, breathing commitment to how we show up every day.
TRE Activities Supporting Transformation
Two current TRE Transformation Goals:
- All staff at every position and location will feel heard.
- Ensure every position of leadership is equipped to share TRE information to and from their teams.
TRE Teams: All teams are comprised of members representing variety of service lines, a variety of positions and a variety of cultural identities to gain a broad range of views and experiences. Each Team is made up of 6-12 members.
- Core TRE Team – Members from across the Agency
- Regional TRE Teams – Teams in the four geographical areas of the Agency that further expand the voices and input from across the Agency. At least one member is also on the Core TRE Team to ensure consistency in communication.
- BIED (pronounced “bead”) Team – BIED stand for Belonging, Inclusion, Equity and Diversity. This team are the ambassadors & awareness educators in fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
#TREbits – significantly simple but powerful tools
#TREbit Laughter IS the Best Medicine
#TREbit Cultivate Calm by Gardening
#TREbit Holiday Traditions Hold Power
#TREbit ANTICIPATION ADVANTAGE
TRE Communication:
Email – TREcommunication@stepbystepusa.com
Step By Step, Inc. Newsletter articles
Activities that vary and are episodic, such as the Book Club and Night Club
For Step By Step employees only:
– TRE Rays of Sunshine
– SBS Connect
Lakeside Global Institute Training and Certification
- Trauma-Competent Professionals certification through Lakeside.:
Janet Romero, Jamie Fiel, Bryant Sengbe, Denise Cavenaugh, Kimberly Barber, Kristen Tyrrell, Tracy Ciabattoni, MaryBeth Kondrad, Robin Ritsick