Current methods of engagement
- Crisis teams
- School nurse
- School social worker
Connecting with youth and young adults/Creating a safe space where young people will ask for help
- Starting/initiating the conversation
- Communication strategies: Strength-based vs. Punitive, Motivational Interviewing
- Develop a trusting relationship so the student is not afraid to share
- Encourage open and honest bidirectional feedback
- Discussion of the core concepts and goals of the icanhelp program
- Non-verbal cues
- Connection to the youth’s world (e.g., social networks, texting)
- Working within the parameters of your licensure
- Mandated reporting
- Building and understanding cultural sensitivity and diversity for the community
- Biases
- School and other institution policies
- Risk/Protective factors
ICH YouTube Channel on Engagement. This channel cycles through the videos.