Connections: A Virtual Training Series

Connections Overview

Connections combines practical training with real-world experience to support Community-Based Supervised Visitation Providers. This specialized program provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive trainings to current or future providers interested in this important family support service.

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Meet the Connections Team

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Skill Building Training for Community-Based Parenting Time Providers

This virtual training series will feature lectures, discussions, readings, role play, and guest speakers.

It is designed to assist current or future providers interested in exploring or preparing to provide this important family support.

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What is Court-Ordered Supervised Visitation?

Supervised visitation allows a parent or family member to spend time with a child with the support and oversight of a trained professional. The supervisor helps create a safe, supportive environment while observing, intervening when necessary, and documenting visits.

Supervised visitation may be used in situations involving:

• High-conflict separation or divorce
• Domestic violence issues
• Child maltreatment
• Mental health or substance use concerns
• Extended parental absences

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Dates & Session Topics

• Oct. 20 The Role of the Community-Based Visitation Supervisor
• Oct. 27 Understanding the Massachusetts Legal System for Supervised Visitation Providers
• Nov. 10 The DCF System: Child Maltreatment and Mandatory Reporting
• Nov. 17 Collaborations in Supervised Visitation: A Panel Discussion
• Dec. 01 Documentation of Visits in Supervised Visitation
• Dec. 08 To Intervene or Not to Intervene During Supervised Parenting Time
• Dec. 15 Through Their Eyes: Clients’ Perspectives on Supervised Visitation
• Jan. 05 Considering Culture in Supervised Visitation
• Jan. 19 Identity and Belonging: LGBTQIA+ Families and Supervised Visitation
• Feb. 02 Considering Child Development in Supervised Visitation
• Feb. 16 Family Violence and Supervised Visitation
• Mar. 02 Substance Use Issues in Supervised Visitation
• Mar. 16 Mental Health Considerations in Supervised Visitation
• Mar. 30 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact on Families for Supervised Visitation Providers
• Apr. 03 Supervised Parenting Time in the Community: Practical Considerations Part 1
• Apr. 27 Supervised Parenting Time in the Community: Practical Considerations Part 2

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Program Details

Live on Zoom

Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 pm

October 20, 2026 – April 27, 2027

Price: $30 per session, $450 for the entire series

If you’re interested in participating, please contact us to learn more.

Carrie Pekor Jasper, M.S.Ed., LICSW
Program Coordinator
carriepejasper@gmail.com | 617-943-4021