MiTEAM Practice Model Manual: Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Children’s Services Administration

The MiTEAM Practice Model is an approach to case practice that incorporates the vision, guiding principles, and Key Caseworker Activities (KCAs) needed to implement the mission of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) successfully. The model is a trauma-informed approach to child welfare practice based on the fundamental belief that all children deserve to be safe from harm, raised in loving, committed families, and provided the kinds of supports to build their well-being. This model was developed with the understanding that the vast majority of children in foster care have experienced complex trauma, which can significantly harm individual and familial development.