Training by topic: Communication skills

Keeping in Touch: Effective Communication with Your Caseworker

Learn about some effective methods to use when trying to communicate with your social worker to maintain a healthy relationship.

• Presented by Aileen McInnis, ACRF
• Format: information packet via PDF
• Training hours awarded on completion: 1 hour

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Communicating with youth: A strengths-based approach

Learn strategies to feel empowered in your interactions with youth and how to be proactive instead of reactive.

• Presented by Chrystle Tebo, Boys & Girls Club
• Format: self-study via video
• Training hours awarded on completion: 1 hour

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Courageous conversations

Learn how and why to engage in uncomfortable conversations with youth in your care.

• Presented by Rachel Hanft, Alaska Center for Resource Families
• Format: self-study via PDF reading (Tiny Training Byte series)
• Training hours awarded on completion: 1 hour

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Tips for setting up good communication with you foster child's team

Learn tips for maintaining positive communication with members of a child's team.

• Presented by Kimberly Mouriquand, Alaska Center for Resource Families
• Format: self-study via PDF reading (Tiny Training Byte series)
• Training hours awarded on completion: 1 hour

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Professional skills series: communication and advocacy

Communication and advocacy skills to assist the child in your home

• Presented by Jodi von Brandt, Alaska Center for Resource Families
• Format: self-study via video
• Training hours awarded on completion: 1 hour

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