Handbook Revision, February 1, 2022

These revisions of the Child Protective Services Handbook were published on February 1, 2022.

On September 1, 2017, the investigations branch of CPS became a separate division named Child Protective Investigations (CPI). Until CPI develops its own policy handbook, investigation policies and procedures will remain in the CPS handbook.

See:

Child Protective Services Revisions

Child Protective Investigations Revisions

Child Protective Services Revisions

Administering Medications to Children Without Placement (PATS 13704)

This handbook revision updates policy to allow contracted registered nurses, as available, to manage and administer medication for children without placement.

See:

4152.24 Supervision for a Child or Youth without Placement

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11310 If CPI, CPS, or SSCC Staff Administers Medications

RCCI Notifying CPS of Alleged Abuse or Neglect in Foster Homes (PATS 13712)

This policy has been updated to outline the process for notification when an allegation of abuse or neglect in an out-of-state foster home is not being investigated by the other state.

See:

4221.1 RCCI Notifying CPS of Alleged Abuse or Neglect in Foster Homes

Child Protective Investigations Revisions

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