DCF | Family Success Centers (nj.gov)
In this episode of "DCF On the Air," we explore the pivotal role of Family Success Centers in New Jersey's child welfare system. The New Jersey Department of Children and Families is shifting towards a prevention mindset, reallocating resources from reactionary child protective services to upstream prevention. Learn how Family Success Centers offer tailored, in-community supports designed to build resilience and strengthen family connections. Discover how these centers provide a welcoming environment where family voices and shared leadership are prioritized, allowing parents to direct the work of the centers. Join us as we delve into the policies, procedures, and implementation support that make these centers a cornerstone of preventive care in New Jersey.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Adopting a Prevention Mindset
03:12 Family Success Centers: Meeting Families Where They're At
05:09 Understanding Prevention as a Continuum
08:21 Supporting Families in Need of Protective Services
11:32 Creating a Welcoming Environment at Family Success Centers
13:02Family Voice and Shared Leadership in Prevention Efforts
15:23 Building Resilience and Connections within Families
18:16 Partnership with Families in Prevention Work
19:13 Engaging Parents in Directing the Work of Family Success Centers
24:02 Shifting the Narrative: From Child Welfare to Family Wellbeing
25:30 Investing in Each Family Member: The Role of Family Success Centers
27:25 Supporting Family Success Centers: Policies, Procedures, and Implementation
31:21 Honoring Child Abuse Prevention Month
