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Child in need cases opened up to non-social work staff despite risk concerns

Community Care

The Department for Education’s (DfE) revised version of Working Together to Safeguard Children has removed the previous requirement for child in need assessments and casework to be reserved for qualified social workers. Child protection enquiries and casework will remain ring-fenced for social workers.

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How to implement multi-agency working

The Frontline

The children and families that social workers support are often being supported by multiple different people across different settings. This is often overlooked across agencies, but showcasing what has worked really well is such an effective way to persuade others to adopt a collaborative approach. Nelly Ali – Police Now alumni.

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Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care for Juvenile Offenders

Relias

By adopting a trauma-informed perspective, juvenile justice systems and organizations can address immediate legal concerns but also foster healing, resilience, and positive transformation for young people engaged in the juvenile justice system. thyroid disorder or neurological problems) Review of personal history (e.g.,