Module 5: Engage


Through intentional and thoughtful engagement with individuals and families, participants will learn the next necessary steps to facilitate a strong match with the supports and services that best meet the needs families have identified based on their desired outcomes. This module applies a research-driven approach to engagement by emphasizing both Common Factors Theory as well as the Mary McKay Engagement Steps to support children, youth, and families most effectively. Engage is closely linked to the partnership practice in the next module, Match, and both practices are often used in tandem or in varying stages depending on the needs of the family and the participant’s knowledge of the service array in their community.