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introduction to the ma department of children and families integrated casework practice model icpm fall 2009

10/2009. 2. What is a Casework Practice Model?. Defines what we do, how we do it, and why we do it the way we do.Establishes how DCF works internally and partners with families, service providers, and other stakeholders to focus on Safety, Permanency, and Well-being.Links agency values and priorities to daily practice with families.Provides clear, written explanation in agency regulations, policies, and procedures of how services should be provided.Defines effective casework practice, wh22

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introduction to the ma department of children and families integrated casework practice model icpm fall 2009

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    1. 10/2009 1

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    3. 10/2009 3 Why are we implementing the ICPM?Expected Outcomes

    4. 10/2009 4 How Did We Get Here? External Influences on the ICPM Findings of the 2007 Federal Child and Family Services Review and included in the resulting Program Improvement Plan (PIP). MA Legislation, July 2008: An Act Protecting Children in the Care of the Commonwealth. Findings of the External Review conducted by the Center for the Support of Families completed December 2008. Nationally Recognized Innovations in Child Welfare Practice. Support from Casey Family Programs.

    5. 10/2009 5 How Did We Get Here?ICPM Based on Prior DCF Planning

    6. 10/2009 6 Child-Driven Family Centered Strength-Based Community Connected Committed to Cultural Competence & Diversity Committed To Continuous Learning & Quality Improvement ICPM Reflects DCF Core Values

    7. 10/2009 7 ICPM Casework Pathways

    8. 10/2009 8 ICPM: Key Features Extended timeframes for Screening and Investigations to allow greater opportunity to gather information from collaterals and determine how best to target DCF resources. 2. Differential Response to enable DCF to respond to allegations of child abuse and/or neglect based on the unique circumstances of a case and the individual needs/strengths of a family. This includes two tracks: Investigation or Assessment, depending on the severity of the allegation.

    9. 10/2009 9 ICPM: Key Features (cont.) 3. Use of new research based assessment and planning tools to support consistent clinical practice in assessing danger, safety and risk, and to focus on what families need to keep children safe. 4. Enhanced family and community engagement to provide opportunities for children, families and their support systems to be actively engaged and empowered in decision-making.

    10. 10/2009 10 What happens when DCF receives a Report of Abuse and/or Neglect (“51A)? 1. The report is screened to determine if the allegation meets the criteria for suspected abuse and/or neglect, if there is immediate danger to the child, and whether DCF involvement is warranted. Families may also be referred for appropriate community services, as needed. 2. If “screened-in,” the report is assigned for either a Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation or Assessment Response (“51B). 3. A determination is made about whether the child can safely remain at home and whether the family would benefit from continued DCF involvement.

    11. 10/2009 11 What is the difference between an Investigation and an Assessment?

    12. 10/2009 12 ICPM: What is Not Changing? Focus on Safety, Permanency, and Well-being Timeframes for initiating emergency investigations DCF’s legal authority to investigate reports of abuse and/or neglect Responsibility of Mandated Reporters Respectful engagement of families

    13. 10/2009 13 “We are following well established state and national trends in moving away from a one size fits all approach to child welfare.  Our new Model allows us to focus on the unique needs and strengths of each family, while targeting our resources in the most effective way to keep kids safe and families together.” -- Angelo McClain, Commissioner MA Department of Children and Families

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