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