The Independent reviewer is appointed by the Regional Director. The reviewer must meet the following qualifications:

1. Current Children’s Division Staff
2. No connection to the case
3. No personal or perceived interest in the outcome of the case
4. Successful completion of Mediation Training
5. Demonstrates skills with handling emotionally charged situations
6. Demonstrates skills in problem solving
7. Demonstrates skills in active listening
8. Demonstrates skills in effective questioning 
9. Demonstrates an excellent understanding and practice of the best interest of the child per Missouri Revised Statues Chapter, 210.001, 210.112 4 (3), 210.565, 210.720, 210.762 and policy Section 4 Chapter 9.