Saying no to a placement

Agreed - normal. In my recent recertification meeting my worker mentioned my ability to say no to a placement as one of my strengths. Inside I was thinking - do you know how guilty I feel each and every time??? That being said, we have to be able to say no if the situation isn't right. Moving kids multiple times, disrupting - these are MUCH worse than turning down a placement and they often happen because the fit wasn't right from the beginning. Know your parameters and stick to them. Ultimately it is best for all involved, including the kids who you didn't say yes to.