Feb 3, 2011
Foster parents have the authority to sign many of the forms needed in the educational system, including field trip permission slips, report cards, forms for the free and reduced lunch program, permission to participate in classes such as sex education, pregnant teen...
Feb 3, 2011
This document clarifies for DHS social workers the procedure for challenging policydirectives. The document states that all policies are based on Federal laws, evidence-based research and best interests of children. Some of the policies, however, have created a cause...
Feb 3, 2011
Lists Child Welfare workers on all the islands alphabetically by last name and by unit. Gives phone number, e-mail addresses and unit name. Download: Current DHS Staff Listed in Alphabetical Order -11-29-13. Staff are listed by units, which are organized by geographic...
Feb 3, 2011
In this PowerPoint presentation, which can be downloaded and printed out, DHS outlines the changes in the confidentiality rules. DHS states that they are implementing these changes so individuals and agencies who have a reason and need can easily access information...
Feb 3, 2011
Protection and safety of children require the involvement of all community members. Reporting of suspected child abuse and neglect by the mandated reporter is a primary intervention that identifies harm or the threat of harm to children. A report of abuse or neglect...
