{"id":434,"date":"2023-05-23T03:43:06","date_gmt":"2023-05-23T03:43:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vibrant.familyengagementdycdconnect.nyc\/?page_id=434"},"modified":"2023-08-23T02:19:08","modified_gmt":"2023-08-23T02:19:08","slug":"strengths-based-engagement-and-initial-assessment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vibrant.familyengagementdycdconnect.nyc\/strengths-based-engagement-and-initial-assessment\/","title":{"rendered":"Strengths-Based Engagement and Initial Assessment\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Introduction <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

When first meeting a participant, building trust is the foundation of the case-management relationship. Participants may have different kinds of experiences in the past with programs, staff, and case managers, some negative and some positive. By putting the participant at ease and creating an environment where the participant feels safe, welcome, and recognized and accepted for who they are,<\/strong> the process of assessing their needs<\/span>Definition<\/span>Resources or services an individual requires to utilize their strengths in reaching their goals (ex: childcare, resume support, internship stipends)<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> o and goals will feel less like a formal, transactional meeting, and more like a collaborative process that meets them where they are. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While case managers in DYCD-funded programs most often work with participants as individuals, they are encouraged to work with the entire family when appropriate. The goals, circumstances, and relationships of other family members most likely will impact those of the participant you are supporting. During the initial assessment and in partnership with the participant, decide whether any other family members should be included in the service planning. You need not meet with the family each time you meet with the participant. But, even if you never meet with the family, remember that you always need to consider that the participant will be influenced by those who are in close relationship with them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using the Core Principles of Case Management, programs can build strong, trusting relationships with participants that support the achievement of their goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Core Principles: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"Participant-driven <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"Strengths-based <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"Culturally Responsive <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"Interactive<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"Individualized <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"Professionally Responsible<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out this video to see the Core Principles of Case Management in action! <\/p>\n\n\n\n