Present Danger Initial Contact
What is the purpose of the initial contact?
to immediately assess any indication of present danger and when present danger is identified, implement a present danger plan.
According to the Family Practice Model, what should a CPI demonstrate?
1.Respect and Courtesy
2. Empathy and Encouragement
3. Professionalism
Define Present Danger.
Present danger is active and clearly in the process of happening now. Present danger is most often identified at the onset of an investigation, but can occur at any point in time.
What types of contact at the beginning of your Family Functioning Assessment and investigation called?
Initial contact
What kind of response would make the family feel connected and respected?
A prompt response
What are the 3 criteria to determine present danger?
1. Clearly observable
2. Immediate
3. Significant
What type of practice recognizes the strengths of family relationships and builds on these strengths regardless if the child is in the home or out of the home.
Family Center Practice
Who is the expert on what works and does not work for a family during your investigation?
How long should the present danger plan be in effect?
The present danger plan shall not be in effect for more than 14 days.