DSS Policy
What are the two different response time for investigation.
0-2 and 2-24
How many people in foster care are married?
How often should a CANs be updated?
Every 90 days
What is a kinship caregiver?
A caretaker, protector, and nurturer of a child, youth or young adult who is temporarily unable to live with their parent.
Who recently purchased a home in Lexington?
Ashley
What is the timeframe for making babynet referral in investigation or family preservation?
5 business days
Where is Regina favorite place to eat?
Triangle café (eats there almost daily)
What is the timeframe for initial CFTM referral?
24 hours
What are the four levels of supervision for visitation?
Therapeutic, supervised, monitored, and unsupervised
What are the three core principles of the mission statement?
Courage, competency and compassion
What initial appointments are needed when a child enter care?
Medical, dental, and mental health
How long has Edythe been with the agency?
33 years
What is the initial timeframe for having initial medical, dental, and mental health assessment?
30 days
Can a kinship caregiver supervised a parent/child visit?
Yes
What does ICPC stand for?
Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children
What are the three different ways a minor child can enter foster care.
EPC, Ex Parte, Voluntary placement
How many counties have Kimberly worked in?
Fairfield, Lancaster, York, and Kershaw (4)
When is face to face for the month due in the system in order to get credit?
When should a kinship caregiver agreement be completed?
Anytime the child is removed from the home
What are the four different permanency plans for minor children in foster care?
Reunification, TPR/Adoption, Custody to relative or guardianship, APPLA?
Mission Statement
Serve S.C. by promoting safety, permanency & well being of children and vulnerable adults, helping individual achieve stability and strengthening families.
Who don't eat sour cream on their tacos?
Shanika
Including the age how often should ongoing medical appts be schedule?
Birth to 6 months- Monthly
6 months to 2 years old- every 3 months
After 2 years old- every 6 months
Why is visitation important for children in foster care?
An intentional face-to-face interaction intended to reduce trauma, increase bonding and attachment between those participating in the interaction, strengthen the family and move the family toward permanency
What are the three different components of the GPS model?
Vision and values, guiding principals, core practice skills