1. Caregiver Core Training
A foundational course designed for relative caregivers and for those considering the role of a foster or adoptive parent
University of Washington • Eastern Washington University • University of Washington Tacoma • DSHS Children’s Administration • Partners for Our Children

2. Session 2
Working as a Member of the Team
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3. It takes a team to break the cycle
ReMoved: Statistics
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4. Who are the child welfare team members?
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5. WORKING AS A MEMBER OF THE TEAM
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6. SERENA
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7. What do I know about this situation?
What are my assumptions about this situation?
Are my assumptions true?
What information do I need?
What information do I share with the team?
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8. The Caregiver’s voice Shared Planning Meetings
Initial Placement
Change of Placement
Permanent Plan
Reviews or Other
Caregiver’s Report to the Court
Direct Communication with the Social Worker
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9. Use case number or child’s initials
Use bullets
Only include the facts
TIPS
SUBJECT LINE:
FYI / Information Only
Urgent
Not Urgent
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10. Chain of command allianceforchildwelfare.org Regional Administrator
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11. The role of the caregiver
Characteristics of Successful Resource Parents
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12. SELF-CONCEPT Lovable Worthwhile Capable Responsible
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13. Educational advocacy Foster Care to College
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14. Confidentiality
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15. Prudent Parenting allianceforchildwelfare.org
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