The Outcome Based Wraparound principle states that the wraparound process and plan identify, build on, and enhance capabilities, knowledge, skills, and assets of the child and family, their community, and other team members.

When determining the level of sufficiency in child welfare, the intention is to arrive at a decision regarding the most appropriate and least restrictive means forcontrolling and managing identified Impending Danger Threats and therefore assuring child safety. 

Systems of Care engaged in increasing cultural and linguistic competence should provide reinforcements and system supports that increase self-awareness, knowledge, and capacity for culturally and linguistically competent practice throughout the System of Care. 

Which participants are typically included on a Wraparound team?

A recent study of child welfare workers (Coakley, Kelly, & Bartlett,2014) found barriers to father engagement include: 

Children of color are overrepresented at nearly every stage of the child welfare system, including investigation, removal, and length of time in care.

Which of the following is identified as a risk factor that may hinder positive behavioral health outcomes?

FIT services are designed only to serve children and do not provide treatment to caregivers.

Why is using all eight questions recommended rather than relying on just one?

FIT services must be initiated within two business days of receiving a referral to engage eligible caregivers.