Being part of a multidisciplinary child abuse team presents unique and complex leadership challenges not often discussed in conventional leadership programs and training. Using a 4-step approach, this presentation will explore ways to integrate this knowledge and increase your ability to be a better ad more intentional multidisciplinary team leader regardless of your position.

Shelley Hitzel is the Executive Director at the Child Advocacy Center of Niagara at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, where she has been on staff since 2008. She holds a Master's degree in Social Work and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice. With 15 years of experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team including 10 years of direct service, 5 years as a middle manager and 5 years as Executive Director she brings a unique perspective of leadership that focuses on upstream thinking and thriving. In addition to her work at the Child Advocacy Center, Shelley is an independent consultant for The Institute on Trauma and Trauma Informed Care and provides training, consultation and coaching via her New York based LLC. She is passionate about empowering first responders and other helping professionals to embrace wellness through radical acceptance.

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