Backgrounds/Needs of children served
Many children involved in child welfare have experienced instability due to frequent changes in this area of their lives.
Placement
This occurs when a caregiver consistently fails to meet a child’s basic physical or emotional needs.
Neglect
This court process legally establishes a permanent family when reunification is not possible.
Adoption
What are the four quarterly advocacy's needed to be logged in optima?
Legal, Medical, Educational, and Safety
Maintaining connections with siblings and relatives supports a child’s sense of this
Identity and Belonging
Without intervention, the effects of childhood trauma may continue into..
Adulthood
Relatives/Family friends who care for children removed from their parents are often referred to by this term
Relative placement/kinship placement
What is the limit for buying your kiddo a gift for a special occasion?
$50 limit
This plan identifies a child’s long-term living arrangement and permanency goal.
Permanency Plan
Research shows childhood abuse and neglect increase the risk of..
Mental Health Disorders
Parents are typically required to complete this to demonstrate progress toward reunification.
Service Plan or Court Ordered Services
How often do you need to visit your kiddo?
Every 30 days
Children who have experienced trauma benefit from services that recognize its impact and respond with this type of care.
Trauma Informed Care
Children exposed to domestic violence may show signs such as..
Anxiety, Fearfulness, Aggression
These court proceedings assess progress toward reunification, permanency, or alternative plans.
Permanency Hearing
How timely does your documentation need to be?
Within the month it takes place.
Children in foster care are at higher risk for difficulties in school due to frequent moves and lack of this.
Educational Stability
One common intergenerational effect of childhood maltreatment is an increased risk of this pattern repeating.
Cycle of Abuse
This governs child protection cases and outlines timelines and procedures.
Texas Family Code
When is your 12 hours of continuing education due?
November 1st!