It does a heart good to read stories like this one about SHINE for Your Future, an Upstate nonprofit that supports and advocates for teens about to age out of foster care. Thanks to The (Seneca) Journal for highlighting their work! https://lnkd.in/g7Y8JQfu
South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy
Government Administration
Columbia, South Carolina 419 followers
Championing advocacy, accountability and service for South Carolina's children
About us
The S.C. Dept. of Children's Advocacy administers the Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program which provides best-interest advocacy for abused and neglected children in Family Court through court-appointed special advocates (CASAs/GALs); the S.C. Continuum of Care which provides High Fidelity Wraparound intensive care coordination for eligible children and youth with serious emotional and behavioral challenges; the Foster Care Review Division which supports foster care review boards in reviewing and advocating permanency for children who are in foster care; an Investigations Unit which receives, refers, monitors and/or investigates complaints regarding services for children by nine child-serving state agencies; a Critical Incident Unit which receives and responds to critical incident notifications; and a Legal Extern Program to partner with law school students who are exploring careers in child advocacy.
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www.childadvocate.sc.gov
External link for South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2019
- Specialties
- Child Advocacy, Investigations, High Fidelity Wraparound, Intensive Care Coordination, Children's Law, and Child Wellbeing
Locations
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Primary
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1205 Pendleton St
Columbia, South Carolina 29201, US
Employees at South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy
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Rob Schaller
Director of Communications at the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy
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McKela Simon, AS, BS, MA
Notary/ Paralegal • Helping Attorneys Work Smarter • Freelance Paralegal
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Lamia Elhag
committed professional with a Master's degree in criminology and 5 years of experience working with youth
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Topher Emmolo
Guardian ad Litem
Updates
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We're looking for leaders to join our team, including the state director of the Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, and two clinical supervisors for our Continuum of Care Division. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/dcz36kFq
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Thank you, Barbara, for all you do for the children in foster care as chair of local Foster Care Review Board 9D in Charleston! We currently have more than 70 review board vacancies. If you're interested in joining, visit https://lnkd.in/eRZTFHYx today! Hat tip to WCBD News 2 | Count on 2 for highlighting Ms. Acobe as an everyday hero!
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On Thursday, State Child Advocate and South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy Director Amanda Whittle (right) snapped a quick picture with Dr. Tonya Matthews, president of the International African American Museum, before both took the stage before 600 people for the closing keynote at the Children's Trust of South Carolina #BuildingHopeforChildren conference. Whittle shared inspiring words about the incredible power we all have to build hope for children through empathy and a sense of urgency. She then introduced Dr. Matthews, who delivered a keynote on using hope as a strategy to bring positivity not just into our own lives, but into the lives of others as well. Thank you to Children’s Trust SC for a great conference and congratulations on 40 years of advocacy that focuses on prevention efforts and community resources to support children and families!
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It may be the last day of #NationalBreastfeedingAwarenessMonth, but these breastfeeding counselors are available year-round! Take advantage of their expertise to make nursing easier for you!
In celebration of National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, we’re recognizing the incredible WIC Breastfeeding peer counselors and designated breastfeeding experts who promote and encourage breastfeeding to WIC participants. These dedicated individuals provide essential support and guidance to moms, helping them with everything from breastfeeding comfortably in public to ensuring a good milk supply for their babies. South Carolina WIC has 29 breastfeeding peer counselors and a team of Designated Breastfeeding Experts, all certified in lactation education, ensuring the highest quality of support for our participants. Learn more about our breastfeeding support services and how WIC promotes healthy outcomes: dph.sc.gov/wic. #NationalBreastfeedingMonth #Breastfeeding #WIC #HealthyBabies
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See how I apply for jobs that are personally fulfilling and improve the lives of others? Very demure. Very mindful. https://lnkd.in/dcz36kFq
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Foster Care Review Boards 16B-York and 09D-Charleston are collecting suitcases for youth in foster care so they have a designated place to keep their belongings during a transition. In July, almost 20 suitcases were given to South Carolina Department of Social Services staff who provided them to children in need. Such a small act can really help give a child a sense of stability during this difficult time. If you would like to donate a new or gently used suitcase, please contact us at communications@childadvocate.sc.gov. Top photo (l to r): Jacquelyn Davis and Marketta Jeter, York County DSS, Mary Evans (16B Board Member) and FCRD's Natalie Graham. Bottom photo (l to r): Isirlyn W. Wright, Charleston County DSS, Barbara Acobe (09D Board Chair) and Doris Mines (09D Board Vice Chair).
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Shout out to Middle Tyger Community Center and their new partnership with South Carolina Department of Social Services to increase support for kinship care providers! Kinship Care allows children to remain in a safe, familiar environment with people they know as opposed to formally entering the foster system. It can dramatically reduce stress for children during such a difficult time. https://lnkd.in/e7qJ2C6x
Upstate organization launches program to keep children with family
foxcarolina.com
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We're so excited to be a part of next week's Children's Trust of South Carolina's "Building Hope for Children" conference. Director Amanda Whittle will be sharing the stage with Tonya M. Matthews of the International African American Museum for the closing keynote address. There are so many important sessions during the two-day event that will help every child-serving professional be a #ChampionForChildren! Details: https://lnkd.in/eHgReWUV
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We're #hiring a new Senior Accountant in Columbia, South Carolina. Help us take our budget even further! Apply by August 28 or share this post with your network.