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Topic: Motivation and Engagement

Scientific Ratings in this topic:
1 - Well-Supported by Research Evidence
2 - Supported by Research Evidence
3 - Promising Research Evidence
4 - Evidence Fails to Demonstrate Effect
5 - Concerning Practice
NR - Not able to be Rated
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Definition for Motivation and Engagement:

The CEBC defines as motivation and engagement as any program or intervention that increases the involvement of youth and/or families in child welfare or related services.  Motivation and engagement programs typically involve working with family and youth in an inclusive, comprehensive, and results-oriented process that respectfully engages and draws upon strengths of the family. By valuing the perspectives of family members and all other participants, motivation and engagement work acknowledges, promotes and maximizes the positive contributions of each member. This approach increases the likelihood of successful outcomes for the children and families involved.

Why was Motivation and Engagement chosen as a topic by the Advisory Committee? (Click for Answer)

The Advisory Committee has chosen motivation and engagement as a topic for the CEBC because engaging families in constructive and trustworthy relationships is at the heart of effective child-welfare casework. Understanding motivation and engagement is essential to furthering child-welfare improvement efforts such as the Children and Family Services Review (CFSR) and its corresponding Program Improvement Plan (PIP). The Advisory Committee is committed to infusing motivation and engagement practices into all the new initiatives that have emerged.

Chris Mathias, Director
California Social Work Education Center (CalSWEC)
UC Berkeley, School of Social Welfare

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  • Signs of Safety – detailed view
    Topics: Casework Practice, Child Welfare Initiatives, Interventions for Neglect, Motivation and Engagement
    Child protection practitioners working with children and families where there has been suspected or substantiated child abuse or neglect