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Q : At a recent staff meeting, a supervisor told us that they are being picky in their hiring process. It was also stated that "it doesn't matter which one of you leave. I will be picky and patient to try to find an even better candidate."

How does that create an environment where each employee is valued and appreciated for their work if our own supervisors essentially say we are replaceable?

A: Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I want to apologize on behalf of the executive team for this supervisor’s comments. Such remarks do not belong in a trauma-informed workplace. I understand how demoralizing such a statement would feel. Please contact me, Michelle Lavallee at michelle.lavallee@chssd.orgor at 605-366-3948 to discuss this. Our conversation will be held in confidence.

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