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Colorado task force’s solution to stop children from running from residential treatment: Fence ‘em in & lock ‘em up!

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

If youre wondering why fencing also might be needed to keep dangers out it illustrates another reason why residential treatment is so harmful. The report added: The risk of harm to children in RTFs is endemic to the operating model. They absolutely do belong in foster care or, far better, in their own homes.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Educator : Social workers educate clients about resources, coping strategies, and life skills to enhance their well-being and self-sufficiency. Child Welfare Specialist : Social workers in this role focus on the safety and well-being of children, often within the context of child protective services or foster care systems.