FAST

All Child Welfare case managers and team leaders conduct comprehensive assessments in a timely manner that contain factual information concerning the child, youth, and family. The case manager uses the information obtained in the comprehensive assessment
The Family Advocacy and Support Tool is comprised of the below assessment components which are categorized as either Safety or Risk items. The below FAST Safety items must be answered on the Initial FAST assessment. Whenever the information is available t
The team leader reviews and approves the FAST; the team leader ’s signature indicates approval.
To guide Child Welfare case managers and team leaders to conduct comprehensive assessments in a strengths-based, trauma informed, culturally responsive, and family centered manner using interpersonal skills that demonstrate genuineness, empathy, and respe
Based on the ratings given in each section, the assessment will result in one of four service intensive levels: a. No Service Intensity – services not recommended. The case manager continues to complete the required tasks for case closure. b. Low Service
The case manager reviews and updates the FAST within 14 days of opening the Family Preservation service line to engage the family and inform the development of the Family Permanency Plan
Family Advocacy and Support Tool

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All Child Welfare case managers and team leaders conduct comprehensive assessments in a timely manner that contain factual information concerning the child, youth, and family. The case manager uses the information obtained in the comprehensive assessment
The Family Advocacy and Support Tool is comprised of the below assessment components which are categorized as either Safety or Risk items. The below FAST Safety items must be answered on the Initial FAST assessment. Whenever the information is available t
The team leader reviews and approves the FAST; the team leader ’s signature indicates approval.
To guide Child Welfare case managers and team leaders to conduct comprehensive assessments in a strengths-based, trauma informed, culturally responsive, and family centered manner using interpersonal skills that demonstrate genuineness, empathy, and respe
Based on the ratings given in each section, the assessment will result in one of four service intensive levels: a. No Service Intensity – services not recommended. The case manager continues to complete the required tasks for case closure. b. Low Service
The case manager reviews and updates the FAST within 14 days of opening the Family Preservation service line to engage the family and inform the development of the Family Permanency Plan
Family Advocacy and Support Tool

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