{"id":458,"date":"2023-05-23T13:21:53","date_gmt":"2023-05-23T13:21:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vibrant.familyengagementdycdconnect.nyc\/?page_id=458"},"modified":"2023-08-24T02:45:28","modified_gmt":"2023-08-24T02:45:28","slug":"strengths-based-assessment-discovering-strengths-and-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vibrant.familyengagementdycdconnect.nyc\/strengths-based-engagement-and-initial-assessment\/strengths-based-assessment-discovering-strengths-and-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Strengths-Based Assessment: Discovering Strengths and Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Part of case management is developing written documentation of relevant background information<\/a>, strengths<\/a>, resources<\/a>, support systems<\/a>, and service needs of participants<\/a><\/strong>. But that doesn\u2019t mean that we should just ask participants or their family members to fill out intake forms. You can begin to build a trusting relationship with a participant by engaging in a relaxed conversation, exploring their background and interests using open-ended questions, before asking them to fill out any forms. Not taking notes during this conversation will help to ensure that the participant feels you are interested in what they have to say rather than just fulfilling program requirements. Notes can be jotted down afterward.  Strengths-based assessment is about learning more about each unique participant and continuing to engage them so that they feel acknowledged and respected at each step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

DYCD\u2019s Promote the Positive approach<\/a> for Positive Youth Development<\/span>Definition<\/span>An intentional, prosocial approach that engages youth within their communities, schools, organizations, peer groups, and families in a manner that is productive and constructive; recognizes, utilizes, and enhances young people\u2019s strengths; and promotes positive outcomes for young people by providing opportunities, fostering positive relationships, and furnishing the support needed to build on their leadership strengths (from youth.gov)<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>, Social and Emotional Learning, and Youth Leadership ensures that programs start with participants\u2019 strengths. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to make sure our programs are engaging participants in a relationship-building process from the very beginning, remember what we do and don\u2019t<\/em> want to do.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch this example of an initial assessment meeting with a new participant.  While watching, take note of the quality of this interaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n