About the Course
This course will provide participants with an in-depth exploration of the Linkages program, focusing on its essential components, collaborative partnerships, services and eligibility criteria. Participants will gain insights into the referral process, case management, coordination strategies and family engagement guidelines. Through interactive sessions and discussions, participants will examine historic barriers to collaboration and engagement and explore opportunities to strengthen partnerships between Child Welfare and CalWORKs. The course emphasizes the significance of family-centered practice and effective collaboration in preventing child maltreatment and supporting shared families.
What will I learn in this training?
After attending this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the purpose of the Linkages program and its role in strengthening families and preventing child maltreatment.
- Identify historic barriers to effective collaboration between Child Welfare and CalWORKs and develop strategies to overcome them.
- Recognize the importance of collaboration and partnership in serving shared families and demonstrate a willingness to engage in cooperative efforts.
- Identify the intersections of requirements between CalWORKs and Child Welfare and understand how to navigate overlapping mandates to streamline service delivery.
- Gain insights into Family Engagement guidelines and demonstrate the ability to apply family-centered practices in case management and coordination efforts.