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Explores the task of building the work plan activities to roll out the intervention and measure the quality of the implementation process, including any piloting or staging of the intervention.

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Examines the implementation planning task of revisiting the teaming and leadership structures to help agencies facilitate the change and implementation process.

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Read recent research on child welfare workforce management, including recruitment and retention, professional development, and organizational culture.

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Use the resources in this list to support young people’s transitional needs and help them develop the skills needed for independent living after exiting foster care.

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Find out how simulation training is used in child welfare and learn the five key steps for developing and implementing a simulation programs.

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Explore the types of simulation training available, the benefits, costs, and other considerations, when setting up a simulation training program.

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Helps child welfare agencies respond to the need to alter practice and communication routines when “normal” child welfare services have been disrupted and better prepare agencies for future disruptions

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Learn strategies to address the mental health needs of children, young people, and families.

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Use the template and instructions provided to develop parent partner program manuals.

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Set the groundwork for meaningful engagement of people with lived experience in the CFSR.

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Read this resource to learn about direct financial assistance and emergency financial assistance available to young people.

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Browse casework activities to use before, during, and after a caseworker visit with children, youth, and families.

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

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Browse a list of organizations that offer training activities with defined learning objectives, including self-paced e-learnings, webinars, or videos.

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Explore strategies for redesigning the child welfare service array to meet the needs of youth and young adults currently and formerly in foster care.