Orange County NC Website
Browse       Search
Slide #5 <br /> Child Protective Services in North Carolina: Investigations <br /> FAMILY ASSESSMENTS INVESTIGATIVE <br /> Scheduled initial contact ASSESSMENTS <br /> Family-centered approach Unannounced initial contact <br /> All family members inter0ewed <br /> Ca e decision is whetherthe separately <br /> Services to address identified ALLASSESSMENTS Case decision is to substantiate <br /> concerns Initial&ongoing assessmentof child safety or unsubstantiate maltreatment <br /> L (safety plans) L <br /> Assessment of risk for future maltreatment <br /> Global assessment of family strengths and <br /> needs <br /> Possible needfor Child MedicaLExarns/In-depth <br /> Evaluations <br /> Contaotwith providers working with the families <br /> byfamity <br /> Referrals for services to address identified needs <br /> Review of CPS history,criminal history,91 1 calls <br /> . . <br /> .70 <br /> DEPI RF&ENF OF <br /> SOC4 SERVICES <br /> Slide #6 <br /> Child Protective Services in North Carolina: In-Home Services <br /> • Children remain with their parents when possible and services are provided <br /> to ensure child safety. <br /> • Temporary Safety Providers might be identified to step in and help the family. <br /> This is a voluntary plan and requires the parent or caregiverto agree. <br /> • Processes include: <br /> • Child &Family Team Meetings <br /> • Development of Family Services Agreement <br /> • Referrals for services <br /> • Regular contact with family and service providers <br /> • Goal: mitigate safety concerns, reduce risk factors, and increase family <br /> capacityto prevent further maltreatment(and future CPS involvement) <br />