Description:

This workshop provides an overview of an independent state agency, Office of the Child Advocate (OCA), which is responsible for reviewing case concerns within the child welfare system. The session will highlight how OCA collaborates with stakeholders, promotes accountability, and works to improve outcomes for children and families. Attendees will learn how to access and utilize the agency as a resource when navigating case concerns, advocating for services, and supporting the well-being of those involved in the child welfare system.

Upon completion, you will receive 1.25 hours of credit. 

Instructor(s)

Circuit Review Coordinator, Office of Child Advocacy

Kimberly LeMaster

Kimberly LeMaster has served as the Circuit Review Coordinator with the Office of Child Advocate since 2024. In this role, she coordinates reviews of Missouri’s child welfare system, identifying areas for improvement and offering recommendations to strengthen outcomes for children and families. Prior to joining the Office of Child Advocate, Kimberly spent 20 years with the Children’s Division, working in a variety of roles including alternative care, in-home and out-of-home investigations, and supervision. She is committed to using her experience to help identify opportunities for positive change within the child welfare system and promote the safety, well-being, and timely permanency of children and families. Kimberly is the proud mother of two adult children, and in her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and reading

Course curriculum

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    • Zoom Link
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    • Survey