COOP
What does COOP stand for?
Continuity of Operations Plan
Name the steps associated with filing a 51A/notifications that must be made.
File the 51A, complete a Key incident report. After hours, call DCF hotline.
Notify - Key supervisor, on-call supervisor, DCF/supervisor.
In MA, mandated reporters must report immediately and have 48 hours to complete written report.
What form must be completed in order for Key staff to communicate with client's collateral contacts?
Release of Information form
When are Outreach office hours? What should you do if you are going to miss Outreach office hours?
9:30-11:00am on Mondays and Fridays
Communicate a plan to your supervisor in advance!
Who performed at the most recent Super Bowl halftime show?
Bad Bunny
*get an extra 50 points if you know his real name
What is the purpose of the COOP?
The COOP ensures essential organizational functions continue during emergencies that disrupt normal operations.
Name some signs of physical abuse.
-Injuries in places that children do not typically injure (back of neck, thighs)
-bruises or welts in patterns or various stages of healing
-burns, including pattern burns (ex. cigarette, iron, scald)
When is the CANS due? When does it need to be updated?
The initial CANS is due 14 days after initial session, with the treatment plan. CANS are updated yearly.
Where can you find links to staff meetings and reviews?
Your email or on your Team calendar.
What college sports event just began last week?
March Madness
What are examples of emergencies that could impact operations and lead to implementation of COOP?
• Public health emergencies (pandemics or disease outbreaks)
• Natural disasters (floods, storms, severe weather)
• Facility emergencies (fire, utility failure, hazardous materials)
• Security incidents or other man-made events (severe terror alert, declaration of war)
Name some signs of neglect.
-lack of medical or dental care
-lack of supervision
-chronically dirty or unbathed
-lack of appropriate clothing for the weather
-stealing food
-unmet educational needs
How often should the Home & Community Safety Assessment be updated?
Every 90 days
Name everyone that should be included on rundown emails.
DCF worker, Lead, Kamri, Wayne, Michael, Ally (clinician/peer mentor when applicable)
Name 3 commands that Rue has been working on.
Off, focus, sit, down, leave it
Who are the two people, listed in order, in charge of the Southeast region?
Scott Brum and Kendyll Ramos
True or False: A child must tell you that they are being abused before you call the Hotline/make a report?
False - proof of abuse or neglect is not required to make a report. Report on what you see or hear.
What does YRAT stand for? Which clients must have a YRAT completed?
Youth Readiness Assessment Tool
All TAY clients
*50 bonus points if you can answer how often the YRAT is updated
Which clients should the Protective Factors Survey be completed for?
Any client that is living at home with their parents. The survey is NOT completed for youth in foster care or residential placements.
What company owns Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads?
Meta
Who is listed on the COOP directly after Tammy Mello in the chain of command?
Michael Murray.
*extra 50 points if you know his job title
Eddie, age 5, arrives at school with swollen and bruised ears and complains of back pain. His teacher sends him to the school nurse. The nurse asks Eddie to show her what hurts. Eddie pulls up his shirt revealing several linear welts on his back. When asked how he got the marks, Eddie is quiet. When pressured, he says he tripped on the playground. Should you file a Report?
Yes. The unexplained, patterned marks on Eddie’s back give you reasonable cause to believe he was physically abused. Even though Eddie has not told you he was abused or who abused him, the welts and his explanation, which is inconsistent with the injuries, are enough for you to suspect abuse. It is the job of the DCF investigator and the police to determine who injured Eddie and make sure he is kept safe from future abuse.
What should be updated any time a client changes placement?
Home safety assessment, contact information sheet, clinical consultation template.
What DCF program do our services fall under?
Support and Stabilization (S&S)
What is Michael's favorite place to get lunch in New Bedford?
No Problemo