Administering the Colorado Family Support Assessment 2.0 using Motivational Interviewing Skills

Registration will open June 24th at 8:00 AM (2 weeks before the training)

Non-FRCA Members, please see the “Non-FRCA member requirements” below. 

Administering the Colorado Family Support Assessment 2.0 using Motivational Interviewing Skills

Training blends the skills of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and the steps to deliver the Colorado Family Support Assessment 2.0 (CFSA2.0). MI is a counseling technique used to help people identify their need for change and their readiness to make the change. MI is a participant-centered, self-directed approach and a great skill to have when working with families seeking support from an agency. This training helps workers and supervisors identify where individuals fall in the Stages of Change, recognize change talk, and develop the core MI skills, including, open questions, affirmations, reflective listening, and summarizing.

The CFSA2.0 is the primary assessment tool used by the Family Resource Center Association’s network to assess family strengths and needs, and monitor progress towards family self-reliance and increased conditions that protect children against mistreatment. Non-FRCA network agencies around the state have started to implement this tool into their assessments of families as well. The CFSA 2.0 consists of three sections: Part A assesses 14 self-reliance and family stability domains, including income, housing, transportation, food security, health coverage, etc. Part B assesses the five factors that protect against child maltreatment. Part C identifies areas where families would like to make a change and how ready they are to make the change. This part aids in mutual goal setting.

The most effective way to complete the CFSA2.0 is by building rapport and trust with the families. To do so, FRCA believes developing MI skills is the best way to engage families and partner with them in identifying areas they would like to change.

The virtual training is welcoming to all types of adult learners. It incorporates a variety of engaging activities (quiz questions, small group practice) designed to help learners develop the MI spirit and how to utilize core skills.

  • Price per attendee: $225 for Non-members
  • Time Frame: Training is currently only offered virtually, and takes place over two consecutive days (8:30AM-4:00PM)
  • Non-FRCA Member Requirements: You must purchase a ONE-TIME Non-FRCA Member CFSA2.0 Agency License Agreement and sign the License Agreement that will be emailed to you from [email protected] after purchase. If the licensing agreement is NOT purchased AND signed, you will not be permitted to attend the training. Please note: it may take 3-5 business days to receive the licensing agreement for signature.
  • Simultaneous Interpretation: Upon request, simultaneous interpretation will be offered during the training if the minimum of 3 participants is met. If interpretation cannot be provided, an FRCA staff member will reach out and provide the next steps. 

For any questions related to registration requirements or ticket purchases, contact [email protected]

Registration opens two weeks prior to the training.

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Practitioner Peer Learning Session: Engaging Father Figures

The Colorado Fatherhood Network is excited to host its next Practitioner Peer Learning Session. This is an opportunity to connect to other practitioners in Colorado and beyond to learn about best practices, share strategies, and explore solutions to common challenges.

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North & Northeastern Regional Fatherhood Forum

Please join the Colorado Fatherhood Network for the Regional Fatherhood Forum in the North-Northeast region. These forums are opportunities to connect with other stakeholders in your region, learn more about the Colorado Fatherhood Network, and share successes and barriers to engaging fathers in your work.

Meeting agenda and additional information will be available closer to the event. Please RSVP through “Book Online” and share this opportunity with your network.
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Management: Back-to-Basics

This is a members-only training.

Managing people can be very challenging, whether you are new to the job, or have many years of experience.  This class covers four areas that are essential for every manager to know and understand. The class is appropriate for several types of managers:

  • For the new manager, it provides a solid base of information.
  • For the seasoned manager, it is a good refresher.
  • And for the organization, it’s a way to get everyone on the same page.

Overview

Defining the supervisory role

  • Transitioning from individual contributor to manager
  • Defining the work environment
  • Facilitating employee performance

Increasing hiring effectiveness

  • Interview and selection process
  • Proper and improper questions

Valuing the on-boarding process

  • Orientation vs. on-boarding
  • Facilitating employee retention

Using the performance management process

  • Setting the organizational context
  • Setting expectations
  • Providing feedback
  • Rewards and Recognition

This class includes activities and small group discussions (breakouts). The duration is 4.5 hours, which includes breaks and a 30-minute meal period.

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Colorado Fatherhood Network Practitioner Peer Learning Session

“A Whole-Family Approach”

Connect to other practitioners in Colorado (and beyond) to learn about best practices, share strategies, and explore solutions to common challenges.

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Summer Member Meeting

Bringing our member Family Resource Centers together for two days of peer exchange, education and networking. This Member Meeting will be held virtually.

Interested in learning more about membership? Visit the Join Our Network page.

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FREE FRCA Informational Webinar

Does your community have a resource center where families access help and resources? 

Learn how communities are strengthened when families know where to go for help are strengthened when families know where to go for help. Join this informational webinar on June 13th from 2-3pm to learn the impact that Family Resource Centers are making in Colorado.

Specifically, attendees will:

  • Hear how Family Resource Centers are strengthening Colorado communities;
  • Explore the scope of the supports, tools, and trainings FRCA provides; and
  • Learn how your community can engage with the Family Resource Center Association to heighten a strengths-based approach to working with families.

Presenters: Mandy Watrous-Gale, Co-Executive Director, Shawna McGuckin, Membership Manager, and Anna Drake, Training Manager

Register Today for this FREE Webinar


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Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support 2-Day Virtual Training

Registration will open May 15th at 8:00 AM (6 weeks before the training)

Description: FRCA adopted The Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support in 2013. They are the first and only standards in the country to integrate and operationalize the Principles of Family Support Practice with the Strengthening Families Protective Factor Frameworks and its research-based evidence-informed Five Protective Factors. The vision is that their implementation will help ensure that families are supported and strengthened through quality practice.

  • The Standards Certification Training, developed by the National Family Support Network (NFSN), is provided virtually or in person by NFSN Member Networks in their geographic areas. FRCA is the only organization in Colorado trained and authorized to conduct this training. The Certification Training is designed for all management and direct service staff, as well as for funders. Teams of Executive Directors, Managers, Coordinators, and Direct Service staff are highly encouraged to participate together because each has a key role to play in implementing the Standards effectively.
  • Each participant who successfully completes the training receives a certificate from the NFSN that is valid for two years.
  • Price per attendee: $125 for Non-members
  • Time Frame: Training is currently only offered virtually and takes place over two consecutive days (8:30 am-4:30 pm, 8:30 am-12:00 pm)

 

Please note registration closes 3 weeks before the training date due to the shipment of materials/manuals.

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Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support 2-Day Virtual Training

Registration will open April 10th at 8:00 AM (6 weeks before the training)

Description: FRCA adopted The Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support in 2013. They are the first and only standards in the country to integrate and operationalize the Principles of Family Support Practice with the Strengthening Families Protective Factor Frameworks and its research-based evidence-informed Five Protective Factors. The vision is that their implementation will help ensure that families are supported and strengthened through quality practice.

  • The Standards Certification Training, developed by the National Family Support Network (NFSN), is provided virtually or in person by NFSN Member Networks in their geographic areas. FRCA is the only organization in Colorado trained and authorized to conduct this training. The Certification Training is designed for all management and direct service staff, as well as for funders. Teams of Executive Directors, Managers, Coordinators, and Direct Service staff are highly encouraged to participate together because each has a key role to play in implementing the Standards effectively.
  • Each participant who successfully completes the training receives a certificate from the NFSN that is valid for two years.
  • Price per attendee: $125 for Non-members
  • Time Frame: Training is currently only offered virtually and takes place over two consecutive days (8:30 am-4:30 pm, 8:30 am-12:00 pm)

 

Please note registration closes 3 weeks before the training date due to the shipment of materials/manuals.

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Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support 2-Day Virtual Training

Registration will open March 13th at 8:00 AM (6 weeks before the training)

Description: FRCA adopted The Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support in 2013. They are the first and only standards in the country to integrate and operationalize the Principles of Family Support Practice with the Strengthening Families Protective Factor Frameworks and its research-based evidence-informed Five Protective Factors. The vision is that their implementation will help ensure that families are supported and strengthened through quality practice.

  • The Standards Certification Training, developed by the National Family Support Network (NFSN), is provided virtually or in person by NFSN Member Networks in their geographic areas. FRCA is the only organization in Colorado trained and authorized to conduct this training. The Certification Training is designed for all management and direct service staff, as well as for funders. Teams of Executive Directors, Managers, Coordinators, and Direct Service staff are highly encouraged to participate together because each has a key role to play in implementing the Standards effectively.
  • Each participant who successfully completes the training receives a certificate from the NFSN that is valid for two years.
  • Price per attendee: $125 for Non-members
  • Time Frame: Training is currently only offered virtually and takes place over two consecutive days (8:30 am-4:30 pm, 8:30 am-12:00 pm)

 

Please note registration closes 3 weeks before the training date due to the shipment of materials/manuals.

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