In module 6, the content will focus on leading in context, the supervisor�s role in working with the environment beyond the unit, and cultural humility, working with and learning from people from different cultures. Supervisors will be able to describe the key role of the supervisor at the intersection of the unit and the external environment. They will be able to describe the importance of the supervisor�s leadership role in assessing collaboration in the environment beyond the unit. Supervisors will be able to apply a systems perspective to develop an eco-map of key partners in their unit�s environment. Supervisors will be able to apply leadership concepts of shared values and vision, and technical and adaptive change to assess key partnerships in the unit�s external environment. Supervisors will be able to describe the importance of the supervisor�s leadership role in assessing collaboration in the environment beyond the unit. Supervisors will demonstrate an understanding of the cultural humility perspective and will leverage diversity within their unit and the department. They will demonstrate an understanding of the importance of learning from people they interact with and reserving judgment. Supervisors will demonstrate an understanding of concrete strategies to help promote recognition and valuing of cultural differences at the interpersonal and agency level. There will be a presentation from the university partners and the training academy as well as state office programs of media, home development, and ICPC.

Target Participants: New DCFS-Child Welfare Supervisors.