Clinical& Counseling
When must the Clinician review the Disclosure Notice with the UAC?
Before completion of the UAC Assessment and before beginning counseling services.
If a staff member suspects a UAC may be a victim of human trafficking or labor exploitation, how quickly must ACF’s Office on Trafficking in Persons be notified?
Within 24 hours.
What days of the week must educational services be provided?
M through F
In what manner must services be provided to UACs?
In a culturally sensitive and knowledgeable manner.
What is the minimum age required for staff?
21 years old.
What is the minimum educational requirement for a Clinician?
A Master’s degree.
If there is an allegation of sexual abuse, who must be notified?
The state licensing agency, CPS, and local law enforcement.
What does ELT stand for?
English Language Training.
Name at least three services recipients must provide to UACs.
Examples include medical/dental care, education, counseling, recreation, case management, legal services information, family visitation, transportation, language access, or family reunification services.
What must staff complete before having direct contact with children?
Pre-service training.
How many individual and group counseling sessions must a UAC receive each week?
At least 1 individual and 2 group sessions per week
How quickly must an allegation of sexual abuse be reported?
Immediately, but no later than 4 hours.
Name all 6 basic academic subjects that may be taught.
Math, science, social studies, reading, writing, physical education.
What must a recipient develop to address safety for UACs and program staff?
A written safety plan with policies and procedures.
Name three required areas of staff training when working with UACs.
Trauma-informed care, First Aid/CPR, de-escalation, strength-based behavior management, reporting sexual abuse/harassment, and professional boundaries.
Who is responsible for completing the UAC Risk Assessment, and within what timeframe?
A qualified Case Manager or Clinician within 72 hours.
Does sexual abuse that occurred before the UAC arrived in the United States still require reporting?
Yes. It could have occurred in the child’s home country, during the journey to the U.S., or in the U.S.
What two areas are taught in addition to academics and English Language Training?
Acculturation and life skills development.
What must be created for UACs participating in off-site appointments, recreation, or other off-site services?
A supervision plan.
How many additional hours of training are required annually on federal rules, laws, and ORR policies?
20 hours annually.
How often must a Risk Assessment be completed after the initial assessment?
Every 30 days while in care; every 90 days for children in Long-Term Foster Care.
What are the four Child-Level Event categories and their reporting timeframes?
Emergency SIR—4 hours; Non-Emergency SIR—24 hours; Historical Disclosure—24 hours; Behavioral Notes—no required timeframe.
How much vocational or specialized training must be provided, and who must approve off-site educational arrangements?
At least one hour per day; the ORR Project Officer must approve off-site arrangements.
What is the UACB’s primary objective?
To provide a safe and appropriate placement in the least restrictive environment for UACs in ORR care and custody.
What type of behavior management approach should staff be trained to use when working with UACs?
What technique should staff use to help calm a difficult or escalating situation?
Strength-based behavior management.
De-escalation techniques.