What is the role of the social worker in a family group conference?
The aim of the Conference is to talk about the social worker’s concerns about the child and agree on a plan of action to keep the child safe and well. This can include that the child goes into care for a limited period of time.
Who can attend a family group conference?
The service is free and independent, and is available for any family who are already involved with Children’s Safeguarding and Social Work (CSSW) or early help services, and where a plan needs to be made for a child.
What is the purpose of a family group?
Family group conferences bring a family together with their relatives, friends, and other supportive people in their lives to develop a plan to support the parent in recovery and ensure the safety and well-being of the children involved.
How long does a family group conference last?
4-6 weeks
The optimal time for conducting an FGC is 4-6 weeks on average from the time that the Co-ordinator is allocated, although if the family network is sizeable, there are relatives abroad or some work is required to encourage family members to engage with the coordinator, they can take a little longer.
What are the principles of family group conference?
Principles for Family Group Conferences (FGCs) Empowerment – through the affirmation of the family, that they are the primary decision makers. Participation – the priority of participation of children, young people and all family members. Impartiality – both in terms of the process and the role of the Co-ordinators.
What is the role of a family group conference coordinator?
The main responsibilities will be: To assist in responding to the referrals for a Family Group Conference from the various teams within Children’s Social Care. To offer families high quality Family Group Conferences to help them to make the best decisions for their children and young people.
What happens in a Family Group Conference?
The Family Group Conference is where the whole whānau (family & extended family members), can help and make decisions about the best way to support the family and take care of their child. The meetings are facilitated and co-ordinated by people independent of casework decisions in the agency working with the family.
What is the role of a Family Group Conference coordinator?
What happens in a family group conference?
What happens at a family group Conference (FGC)?
The FGC is arranged by an independent coordinator who meets everyone first to prepare for the family group conference. They should arrange first to meet with yourself (and the child’s other parent). They will then discuss with you who else in the family or your network (e.g. a helpful neighbour or you’re a trust friend) should be invited.
What is a family group meeting?
FGCs are also sometimes called family group meetings. The information on this page will tell you more about FGCs, when they can be used and how they can help you and your family to be more involved in making plans to keep your child safely cared for within their family.
What are bottom lines in family group conference?
Bottom Lines can also be called ‘The Not Negotables’. These are the points that cannot be moved or changed and must be clearly understood by all parties involved in a Family Group Conference before it commences.
What should I Ask my Child at Parent Teacher Conferences?
Parent teacher conferences are a brief but valuable window into the world of your child. While you will realistically only have time for a few questions, this list of 50 is a great resource to help you build understanding and communication with your child’s teacher. Before you go, ask your child, “What do you think your teacher will bring up?”