Pair this discussion guide with its corresponding video to understand the value of engaging the biological mother after removal of the child or children.

This video highlights engagement as the caseworker visits a mother after her children were removed from her home.

Pair this discussion guide with its corresponding video to understand the value of engaging the biological father after removal of the child from the home.

This video highlights engagement as the caseworker visits a father in the county jail after his children were removed from his home.

This video highlights engagement as a caseworker and supervisor work together on the family’s case.

Desiree is an alumna of the foster care system. She lived with the same foster care family for 14 years. She entered foster care with three of her siblings, and wants to use her experiences growing up in foster care to make a difference for those still in the system.

Explains the importance of sustained involvement of young people currently and formerly in foster care in meaningful organizational activity. 

Get an overview of the issues related to the physical and emotional safety of child welfare workers.

Understand the role of coaching in supporting workers, including coaching functions, effectiveness, models, and strategies.

See how workforce satisfaction and retention are improved by emphasizing the positive differences that are made in the lives of children and families.

Learn how to build capacity in each of four component areas to promote a culture and climate that encourages youth engagement at all levels of an organization.

Learn the characteristics and results that describe the right people to engage youth and get guidance for recruiting, hiring, and retaining these employees.

Learn how supervisors and program managers can assist child welfare caseworkers in conducting quality visits with parents.

Get the latest research on decision science and safety decision-making practices in child welfare to help improved safety outcomes.

Learn effective strategies to collect, analyze, and use data related to caseworker visits.