Evaluative Criteria
- Ability to champion the rights and needs of foster children.
- Cultural competency and engagement with the community.
Case Study
A teenager from a minority ethnic group facing discrimination at school and feeling disconnected from their cultural roots.
Sample Questions
1. How would you advocate for the teenager's educational needs in the face of discrimination?
2. What steps would you take to help the teenager reconnect with their cultural background?
3. How can you engage with community resources to support the teenager's cultural identity?
4. Discuss how you would represent the teenager’s interests in a multi-disciplinary team meeting.
5. What strategies would you employ to ensure the teenager's voice is heard in care planning?
6. How would you assess the effectiveness of your advocacy efforts?
7. Describe how you would balance the teenager's cultural needs with the expectations of the foster care system.
8. In what ways can you foster the teenager's sense of belonging within the community?
9. How can you support the teenager in overcoming the barriers to educational and social opportunities?
10. What would you do if the teenager expressed a desire to engage in a cultural practice unfamiliar to you?