Partner Information
The Parent Partner Program is designed to provide better outcomes around child
abuse, re-abuse and reunification. The goal of the trained Parent Partner is to
assist birth parents be successful in completing case plan goals. Parent
Partners also work with community based organizations to provide resources for
families.
Parent Partners are selected based upon their interpersonal skills, successes
and proven abilities to overcome obstacles. All Parent Partners have past
involvement with the Department of Human Services due to child protection issues
and have had their children removed for a time, with successful reunification.
It is these experiences that make Parent Partners so beneficial to families who
are currently receiving Department of Human Services due to child protection
issues. Parent Partners are able to offer hope, realistic advice and advocacy
for families. In addition, they form a critical link between the Department of
Human Services worker, other professionals and the family.
A Parent Partner Coordinator provides supervision and guidance to Parent
Partners on a weekly basis.
Parent Partners Complete the Following Training
Requirements:
Building a Better Future (BABF) Training
Mandatory Reporting Training
Boundaries and Safety Issues Training
DHS 101 Overview
Domestic Violence (DV) 101Training
Mental Health Overview Training
Family Team Meeting (FTM) Overview
Cultural Competency
Substance Abuse Training
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