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Season 2 Episode 10 - Department of Child Welfare, Trevor Williams and Derek Blake
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Innovative Support and Transition Programs for Youth in Colorado's Foster Care System
In this insightful episode, Derek Blake and Trevor Williams discuss their roles within Colorado's foster care system. Derek, the Transition Services Administrator, oversees multiple programs for youth transitioning out of foster care, such as the Chafee program, education, and training vouchers, and the new Colorado Fostering Success Voucher program. Trevor, the Youth Services Unit Manager, supervises extended foster care programs, the Unaccompanied Refugee Minor Program, and efforts to support justice-involved youth. The conversation covers the evolution of their work, innovative practices like flexible funding and youth-driven case planning, and the importance of youth voice. They also highlight the significance of both statistical data and personal youth stories in measuring success. Derek and Trevor emphasize the need for preventative care, community support, and effective engagement practices in child welfare.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions
00:12 Derek Blake's Journey and Role
01:49 Trevor Williams' Background and Role
04:39 Changes in Child Welfare Over Time
06:45 Innovative Practices and Programs
13:29 Elevating Youth Voice and Individuality
23:04 Measuring Success Beyond Statistics
28:33 Future Goals and Final Thoughts
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