Child Youth & Family Services

For participants with existing knowledge of how trauma impacts the brain and childhood development. This training focuses on understanding trauma in the context of drug and alcohol misuse, domestic and family violence and mental health. Suitable for people working with children, parents or caregivers.

A dynamic workshop that delves into the principles of attachment theory to help you connect with children who may struggle to bond. Discover practical strategies to foster secure relationships, even with children who naturally resist. Creating nurturing environments and interactions where every child feels seen, valued, and supported.

Explore the impact of both conscious and unconscious biases in child protection settings. Through engaging case discussions and real-life scenarios, you will develop strategies to recognise and mitigate bias, ensuring more balanced decision-making. Learn how to effectively acknowledge and address biases, enhancing your professional practice.

Built and delivered by Aunty Tammy Solomon of Mullah Mara Together, this training will help you develop a book-style cultural plan, including what to include, where to locate the information, and which activities are age- and sex-appropriate. You will explore the 'why' and 'how' to build a comprehensive Cultural Plan template. This plan goes beyond mere documentation; it effectively guides practice and decision-making for all.

Built and delivered by Aunty Tammy Solomon of Mullah Mara Together, this one-day training ensures that assessors, practitioners, carers, and applicants grasp the Standards of Care through a cultural lens. Recognised as vital to the child protection system in Queensland, Aunty Tammy's vibrant and engaging teaching from an Aboriginal perspective ensures the learning is genuine, embedded, and applicable across all roles.

Learn how to move forward through impasses, conflicts and misunderstandings. Gain the confidence to engage with clients, colleagues, and parents/carers through professional and respectful dialogue. This course equips you with a range of approaches and resources designed to help you prepare for and work through difficult conversations.

Join us for an insightful workshop where you will learn to identify grooming behaviours and assess potential risks of child sexual abuse. Equip yourself with the skills to better protect vulnerable children by effectively raising and documenting concerns. This session is designed to enhance your knowledge and confidence in safeguarding practices.

Dive into the foundational aspects of trauma with our introductory workshop, focusing on the neurobiology of trauma and the effects of adverse childhood experiences and attachment on development and behaviour. Complete this training to gain insights that will help you become trauma-informed, thereby enhancing your ability to engage with and support children, young people, families, and colleagues.

Discover the essence of positive behaviour support and its significance for children who have experienced trauma. Uncover why methods like smacking and time-outs aren't trauma-informed, and gain practical strategies to effectively respond to complex behaviours, helping children learn, develop, and thrive.

Discover the deeper significance of record-keeping in this workshop. Learn not just the 'how,' but the 'why' behind case note writing, understanding who it serves and the values it should embody. Participants will gain practical strategies to capture their work accurately, honouring the lives they work alongside.

Enhance your ability to conduct Carer Reviews and Renewals with our comprehensive workshop. Explore a variety of tools and resources to ensure each review or renewal is as impactful as the initial assessment. Learn how to acknowledge and support carers, celebrate their achievements, and outline clear pathways for ongoing support, all while adhering to your state or territory's standards.

Expertly crafted and designed with foster and kinship carers to deepen their understanding of trauma in the context of natural disasters. This series provides valuable evidence, tips, and ideas for caregivers, care teams, and children to effectively respond to and recover from events such as floods and fires. Access all four modules online for free.

Delve into the vital role of family contact in children's lives with our insightful workshop. Learn how to navigate the complexities and emotions involved to ensure these interactions are supportive and beneficial. This session equips you with the understanding needed to foster meaningful connections.

Gain a profound understanding of how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) impact and influence us in our daily lives and parenting approaches. This workshop equips you with the knowledge to discuss, assess, and address ACEs effectively, fostering healthier environments for children and shaping the adults they become.

Explore the heightened importance of cyber safety for children and young people in care, particularly those with trauma backgrounds. This workshop explores their unique online vulnerabilities and provides insights into enhancing their safety and well-being.

This training (built and delivered by Aunty Tammy Solomon of Mullah Mara Together) offers a unique journey beyond generic sessions, exploring the impacts of pre- and post-colonisation on First Nations people. Engage with a wide array of events through storytelling and truth-telling, enriching your understanding of cultural history and fostering a deeper appreciation for the experiences and resilience of First Nations communities

This training (built and delivered by Aunty Tammy Solomon of Mullah Mara Together) equips you to use the Tree of Life tool. This tool is designed to strengthen a child's self-perception and to help them learn about themselves while identifying potential abuse. Upon completion, you will be qualified to train others in this method, spreading its benefits and fostering resilience and self-awareness in children.

Learn from highly experienced practitioners. This is about so much more than 'filling in a template'. This workshop builds skills, and provides engaging tools and resources to interview, gather information and write up high-quality, evidence-based assessments, whether you are completing foster and kinship care, parenting, guardianship or permanency assessments

This course provides essential tools and strategies to navigate every phase of case work with purpose. From engagement to transitions, this workshop enhances skills in assessment, planning, and reviews, ensuring impactful outcomes at each stage. Including a focus on how to hear the voices and assess the needs of the people you're supporting.

This training (built and delivered by Aunty Tammy Solomon of Mullah Mara Together) enriches your understanding of Assessments through a cultural lens. Learn how to thread culture throughout your assessment, including what questions to ask, where to look, and what referencing will support it. Create a culturally rich assessment that reflects the needs of First Nations applicants and First Nations children in care.

A workshop designed to deepen your understanding of sexuality and gender diversity. Discover effective ways to support children and youth in out-of-home care, and learn to confidently assess carers' abilities to nurture a child's identity. This will empower you to guide carers in supporting diverse identities with compassion and confidence.

Built and delivered by Aunty Tammy Solomon of Mullah Mara Together, this training focuses on the role of the family-led decision-making facilitator and the importance of families working together to address case plans and give families a voice, ensuring their child's needs are met and their voice is heard. Empowering you to engage with families, to listen deeply, collaborate genuinely, and ensure positive outcomes for the children.

Join our interactive workshop, where you will discover valuable resources, tools, and inspiring stories to enhance your engagement with young individuals. Learn how to create more meaningful connections by communicating in a way that aligns with their age, development, and interests.

Guided by skilled facilitators, delve into concepts such as bias, disguised compliance, and professional danger. Through real-life examples, understand how risk affects clients, organisations, and communities. Participants walk away with practical tools and strategies to address risk to self, clients, the organisation, and the community. Join us for one of our most popular training sessions.

In this workshop, learn why family contact is critical in the development of children and young people. Learn how to address the common fears and challenges to ensure family interactions are meaningful, positive, developmental, and beneficial for both children and their families. Discover strategies to navigate these dynamics effectively and supportively.

This program is tailored to meet your unique organisational needs. Collaborate with our expert team to identify skill gaps and co-design bespoke training sessions on a range of topics, including record keeping, casework, de-escalation, communication, and more. SCS practitioners have expertise across human services, so let us build a suite of PEP sessions, customised to enhance your practice!

Embrace the essential role of reflective practice and supervision with our workshop. Gain the skills, tips, and knowledge needed to deliver high-quality, meaningful supervision and group reflection, all grounded in evidence. Our skilled practitioners will guide you in structuring your approach effectively, eliminating the guesswork.

Discover why self-care is essential for preventing burnout and maintaining the well-being of your brain and body, allowing you to perform at your best at work and care for others effectively. Walk away with fresh ideas on nurturing the nervous system, balancing the load, and supporting those around you.

Gain a deep understanding of what 'triggering' means and its impact on our stress responses, values, behaviours, and interactions with the world. This workshop is designed to help you better comprehend yourself and those you support and work with. Enhance your ability to navigate these dynamics with empathy and insight.

High Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can have lifelong negative impacts on physical, social, and emotional well-being, making it important to identify, grow, and build upon children's Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs). This resource-filled masterclass helps parents, carers, and practitioners learn ways to provide children and young people with the PCEs they need to heal, thrive, and grow.

Delve into the concept of 'identity' and its critical role in children's and young people's lives in our current society. This workshop offers user-friendly tools and resources to deepen your understanding of the significance of a child's identity and its importance, particularly for children in care.

Explore how statutory child protection legislation applies to your role and program, tailored to your state or territory. This workshop familiarises participants with key legislative elements, including identifying harm and risk, mandatory reporting, and methods to respond. Understand how child protection extends beyond government roles, emphasising that ensuring children's safety is a shared responsibility.

Discover the art of creating kinship maps that trace extended family and generational connections. This course (built and delivered by Aunty Tammy Solomon of Mullah Mara Together) explores the First Nations family structure, providing insight into the intricate and meaningful relationships that define these communities. Enhance your understanding and appreciation of the rich tapestry of kinship within First Nations cultures.