How are Computer Buddies matched with foster children?
Following a successful background search by DSS, Computer Buddies will be matched to foster children depending on the needs of the child and family. Matching criteria will include pairing technical computer skills of the Computer Buddy to what the foster family requests, according to the emotional, developmental, and academic needs of the foster child. The foster family must approve the selection of the Computer Buddy to work with their foster child prior to actually meeting the child. Where there is more than one foster child in a foster family, the foster family, the Computer Buddy, and the DSS caseworker will work together to determine the overall computer needs of the foster family and how the Computer Buddy may be able to help to support the entire family. What is involved with routine background checks? All DSS volunteers who work with abused and/or neglected children in foster care, including Computer Buddies, must be screened to assure no one with a criminal history or history
