UC Davis Human Services

We invite you to join us for an upcoming training! We understand the critical role you play for families and youth and are excited to continue to provide you training that supports the practice of high-fidelity Wraparound. There are a number of informative and inspiring opportunities coming up in the next few weeks. Click the link below to view and enroll in our upcoming no-cost virtual training opportunities from the Resource Center for Family-Focused Practice!

Join us for a two-part webinar series introducing the updated California Integrated Core Practice Model (ICPM) and Integrated Training Guide (ITG)! Learn how these tools are key to delivering culturally appropriate, trauma-informed care for children, youth, and families within our local Systems of Care. This first webinar, happening September 18, will introduce the recently revised ICPM and updated ITG to county local SOC Interagency Leadership Team (ILT) members and other county members who support the local children and youth SOC at the practice level. Check it out our website here: https://lnkd.in/gwfsd5dq

Get ready for the 2024 Autumn Institute for Public Assistance Professionals! Check out the video below to learn more about Misty Kerrigan’s workshop, Unveiling Your Future: Career Exploration and Connecting to a Purpose. This course is designed to help you navigate self-discovery, career exploration, and mastering meaningful professional connections.

We want to hear from you! Your voice matters in shaping the foster care system. Current and former foster youth have been key contributors to the CFT CANS Statewide Steering Committee since its inception in November 2023. Inspired by a listening session held with Youth Engagement Program (YEP) Youth Ambassadors from across California in March, we’re excited to announce a new session for current and former foster youth anywhere in California! Register here today: https://lnkd.in/gtVB7unH

We’re thrilled to announce that one of our amazing instructors, Nora Geber, has won the prestigious Master Gardener Award in Cultivating Compassion at the West Coast Child Welfare Trainer's Conference! Way to go, Nora! 👏

Remember when support only came after a crisis hit? Not anymore. Wraparound is all about flexing proactive muscles, supporting communities to support families whenever they need it most. Imagine a system where all levels of care—from Wraparound-informed to high-fidelity—seamlessly blend to support families. Read our blog post below to learn more!

This course provides an overview of the functions of juvenile dependency court as well as the purposes and procedures of each type of dependency court hearing. It also defines the roles and responsibilities of each party in the court process, including that of the child welfare worker. To enroll, follow this link: https://lnkd.in/gvfsXuvf

In support of Wraparound providers advancing equity for their families, we highlight common acronyms in our Wraparound Connections newsletter. Click the link below to explore key terms from the world of mental health (sometimes shortened to MH, by the way!). Add this valuable informational resource to your toolkits!

Join us at the Safety Organized Practice (SOP) Learning Collaborative—a dynamic platform for county leaders, trainers, coaches, and SOP champions to come together! This is your chance to network, stay updated, and deepen your knowledge on SOP. Topics are driven by your interests, and experts will guide us through presentations and interactive discussions. Secure your spot now and be part of this incredible learning opportunity: https://lnkd.in/g7g2PQaS

Human Services at UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education is pleased to announce Lucy Fuentes and Rose Chahla have accepted positions with its new, fifth program: The California Title IV-E Education Program, which was previously administered by the California Social Work Education Center (CalSWEC). Fuentes will lead the development of this new and growing team as the Title IV-E Northern site director, and Chahla will support the team as a senior project officer. Read more about these leaders at the link below!