Tag: Best Practices

From Reentry to Stability: Preventing Recidivism

Maryellen Hess Cameron Maryellen Hess Cameron spent over 25 years as the Executive Director of non-profit agencies in the social…. Identifying The Issue When Re-Entering Society People released from all types of detention facilities may not be fully prepared to re-enter society. They will transition from a life in which they had few choices to […]

What Does a Police Social Worker Do?

Counseling and Crisis Response Support Police social workers complement the efforts of law enforcement officers, expanding the services provided by local police and sheriff’s departments. According to ZipRecruiter, they “provide counseling and crisis response support for community members who are referred by police officers.” They can be employed by various law enforcement organizations or by […]

5 Benefits of Cloud-Based Workflows for Human Services

Workflows have undergone a rapid evolution in just the past few years. What used to require the hands-on cooperation of several people working onsite can now be handled by a small team of well-equipped professionals who collaborate remotely and more efficiently than anyone who still relies on manual workflow processes. Modern workflow processes have been […]

Casebook’s Impact on Foster Care Services

cb Reporting for Foster Care Services Working in adoption and foster care means holding peoples’ lives in your hands, their dreams and hopes for finding and starting a new family. It’s sensitive information, and you want to know that data is accurate, safe, and confidential. Your funders want to ensure the data is showing positive […]

Why Streamlined Documentation Matters: Using Software for Schools

Casebook’s configurable platform can be adapted to suit the needs of many organizations, not just those in human services. Educational institutions specifically are ideal settings to deploy scalable cloud-based software. Not just for student case managers, Casebook is perfectly suited to aid teachers, counselors, and administrators in carrying out their diverse duties. Let’s see what […]

3 Simple Ways Going Paperless Improves Data Security

If your organization’s workflow process isn’t paperless, you may be exposing yourself and your clients to easily avoidable security risks.  There are many benefits of a paperless process, but you may not consider some basic ways in which relying on paper versions of forms, files, and essential documents leave your organization and clients potentially vulnerable. […]

How Can Configurable Technologies Help Human Service Agencies Support Changes in Policy and Practice?

In parallel with the evolution of technology, policy and practice models continue to change to meet both regulatory requirements and best practices as understood through quantitative and qualitative research. We asked Elisha Gilliam, Director of Practice Integration, Casebook PBC / Senior Associate at the Annie E. Casey Foundation about the challenges and impact of new technologies.  Since the implementation of major […]

Increasing the Efficiency of Case Managers

As nonprofit organizations grow, it’s inevitable that efficiency will plateau along your journey to help others. There are several ways you can increase the efficiency of your case managers. As an added benefit, these five suggestions can also help reduce turnover, a constant concern for human services leaders.  Here are some of the fundamental suggestions […]

The Power of SMARTIE Deliverables

So, how do we build trust? You build trust by ensuring that you’re following through on your commitments and promises to funders. This is partly why the engagement phase is so important, each follow-up, touch point engagement moment underline commitments and builds trust.  As you’re moving through the initial cultivation process or renewal phase, funders […]

How to Implement Your Human Services Software Quickly

Searching for a new human services platform can turn up a host of options, leading to confusion or even analysis paralysis. Should you pick a familiar name-brand platform and spend the time (and consulting fees) conforming it to your specific needs? Or are there more appropriate choices for your organization that can help you save […]