Creating a Positive Program Environment

The environment of your home or program is essential to youth in foster care connecting with you and being successful in achieving their goals. Analyze the successful elements of a positive home or program environment for foster youth including safety, caring, structure, and youth involvement. Core treatment issues are also addressed including communication skills, coping skills, self-esteem, and social skills.

Instructor Paul Gibson, LCSW, is a Program Consultant with over 28 years of experience developing and directing programs for culturally diverse youth in residential, public health, mental health, and vocational services. He has more than 20 years experience as a licensed therapist and educator providing extensive trainings for youth service providers on working with vulnerable youth. He currently serves on the Mayor’s Transitional Youth Task Force in San Francisco.