Csw Case Summary

Your client Sue is a Social Work Assistant. In your last session she disclosed that she is concerned that on a recent home visit, herself and a senior colleague did not follow the necessary policies and procedures. They had visited a family with a history of neglect and domestic violence and did not ask to see the child or enter the home, both these actions are prescribed as appropriate as part of their work.

UCM: CPSW did a home visit to Ms. Brenda Borkovec's home. Both children were in the living room playing together. Also, Ms. Brenda was in the living room holding Aydden and feeding him. Ms. Brenda stated that she has not received any papers regarding her foster care license. Ms. Brenda stated that she is frustrated with the process and that it has taken a longer time. Ms. Brenda mentioned that it has taken a long time for her to complete her fingerprint. She reported that currently she is waiting the background study and fingerprint forms to be sent to her. Ms. Borkovec's phone ring and it was Elizabeth Borkovec. Ms. Brenda asked CPSW if Elizabeth can come and join the meeting. CPSW approved it and Elizabeth Borkovec showed up less than 5 minutes.

UCM:CPSW did a home visit and met with Ms. Iglesias and her daughter Monica. Her daughter Monica was planning with her toys and sitting next her mother. CPSW discussed about services at North Point and her meetings with her therapist Cierra. CPSW asked about any signs about depressions symptoms. Ms. Iglesias stated that she is not having any suicidal thoughts and she has been seeing her therapist Cierrra at North Point once a week. She reported that she has scheduled c-section on 1/19/17 and she has been feeling anxious about giving birth lately. She also reported that once she gives birth she will stay with her grandparents until the child is 6 or 7 month old. She stated that she is getting a job and a new home after her child is 6 or 7

CCIB received a SOC 341 via email stating that facility staff reported to RP, patient Effie had no injury as of 0400 hours (4 AM). RP reported Effie was found after fall with urine soaked clothes and large bruising. In addition, the report states that Effie also had dried blood/scars in the head and a large bruise on left elbow all which were not from 10 min prior. RP reported that staff from the home stated that Effie fell on 5/2/2017 and that they called the paramedics (no detail). RP reported that Effie disclosed to RP in private that she fell the day before (5/1/2017). RP reported that Effie was taken to Kiser in Santa Rosa to receive medical attention on 5/2/2017.

On 6/4/16 Client Ryan Bowman #205 was involved in a verbal disputes with resident Anna Jones # 203, he stated that his neighbor, called the police against him for no logical reason, he stated that Ms. Jones was banging on the wall from inside her unit and Mr. Bowman told to stop making noise because her son was sleeping, however Ms. Jones do not stop the noise and them call the police. Mr. Bowman also mentioned that both residents meet at PATH during the intake while were waiting for placement and that Ms. Jones was very friendly at first , going into Mr. Bowman unit offer him to cook for him and because he does wanted Ms. Jones approach he believe that now she acting

On 09/03/15 Mya had a court hearing for charges as a runaway. According to the child on 09/02/15 her mother and mother’s live in boyfriend argued and somehow the argument filtered to her. After the argument, Ms. Perkins and her boyfriend got into their car and moved out of the home. Ms. Perkins told Mya she could not go and the child was left at the home alone. After her mother left, Mya contacted law enforcement who came and took her in because of the previous runaway charge. At this time Mya has disclosed to the reporter that she doesn’t want to return to her mother’s home because she’s mistreated, her mother buys her boyfriend clothes and pays his bill, and doesn’t provide food for her to eat. Ms. Perkins was not present for Mya’s court

She no longer works, but says she is receiving unemployment. She was not able to provide proof of being in hospital. There has been positive screenings, she either doesn’t attend visits or comes an hour late. Mother says she is focused on her health (heart) because she needs surgery. Advised mother to get support from known children’s fathers. Older kids have been moved because of behavior. New group home is at least 2.5 hours away. Mother will maintain visits and they will be on weekends. In home counseling will begin instead of out of home. I believe that this case is from environment patterns. In the file it says where the mother herself was in foster care twice and the cycle is still going with her children as well. Things to be brought to her attention in a very blunt way. Unfortunately, we sometimes have to be truthful and as honest as we can without jeopardizing the rapport but getting and understanding on both ends. So that goals can be met in a decent time frame and progress is moving forward not backwards. I can clearly read between the lines and see that the mother needs to be told what is what and this is that. The mother is very inclined to not having hand- outs or asking for help. A lot of times people are reaching out for you and want you to read between the lines and pick up on the fact that they require a little more guidance

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She informed the family that the CPW CW had changed to Tamika Harvey and she provided me and the family with contact information. We discussed the concerns that the Garcia family shared in regards to the case. The family reported that they feel that they are the “bad guys” in the situation and they reported that they do not understand what is going on. The family discussed that the previous CPS CW has been extremely rude to them and during their last phone call she was yelling at them. The family reported that this has been a very hard walk for them. We also discussed the latest conversation in regards to the biweekly visits with the maternal family. The Garcia family reported that they have very busy schedules and they cannot make any promises to be available for transportation during each visit. I informed the family of my earlier discussion with the CPS CW and also informed them that Angelheart had suggested moving the meeting times on Friday to occur during business hours to allow Angelheart to help with that burden for transporting. I informed the family that we had not received a response from the CPS CW at this

WFR South conducted the second bargaining session with the recently organized PSCo Administrative Assistants in Transmission Construction and System Protection where the union provided a number of proposals to the Company for consideration. The union’s contention that these employees are automatically entitled to move into the defined benefits pension is a source of contention as the Company disagrees that a letter of agreement from 1999 is applicable to newly organized employees. They also disagree that these employees should automatically move into the “Associate” title and receive a raise of up to $5.00/hour.

On May 18, 2016, the CP was given an appointment to come to the office on May 29, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. to complete the paperwork on the alleged father in the case. The CP failed to appear for the appointment on May 29, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. A Grantee Refusal Notice was sent to the TANF worker on the same date of the non-cooperation resulting in the sanction. On June 16, 2016, the CP contacted the office in reference to the sanction. The CP stated that she received the letter three days ago. The CSW explained to the CP that the appointment letter was mailed on May 18, 2016 and that her appointment was set for May 29, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. which she failed to appear. It was explained to the CP that she could come in on June 24, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. and that once she comes in, Child Support would send a memo to TANF stating that she complied. Also on the same date, a letter was mailed to the CP to come in and update the paperwork with more information regarding James Hall. On July 5, 2016, the CP contacted the office and verified her address. She stated that she came in the office on June 24, 2016 and had a one-on-one meeting with the TANF worker. The CSW informed the CP that she would send an email to the TANF worker to verify that the she came in the office and complied

Worker met with Mother at the DCF office. Worker provided Mother with an entry letter and parent’s guide. Mother reported that she has been having issues with her son who is very oppositional/defiant in the home. Mother reported that child began to exhibit risk behavior to include smoking Marijuana, not going to school and hanging out with the wrong crowd. Mother reported that a year ago child stared to rebel when he asked for a scooter. Mother refused to purchase the scooter for the child. Mother indicated that her sister, S Gar went to purchase the scooter for the child and had the child hide the scooter at her home. Mother reported that Mrs. G enables her son. Mother reported that child asked her to purchase a car for him. Mother reported

ICM met with Mrs. Lampfield at John F. Kennedy Behavioral Health Center to assist her with her basic needs goal and to complete some paperwork. ICM provided with the upcoming dates for the free legal clinic offered through the Homeless Advocacy Project (HAP); Mrs. Lampfeid will attend the legal clinic on Friday, December 16th at 2:00pm. ICM will accompany Mrs. Lampfield to the legal clinic. ICM informed Mrs. Lampfield of the documentation that is required in order to obtain assistance from the legal clinic. ICM provided Mrs. Lampfield with a planner to keep track of her scheduled appointments. ICM encouraged Mrs. Lampfield to fill in the information for Friday’s appointment at HAP. ICM asked Mrs. Lampfield for an update on her suspension status

I talked about the children’s growth and happiness. The client stated that he was thankful that his children were safe, yet he did not agree with dynamics of the home for two children that came from a “straight couple” and had a mother and father. I encouraged the client to write a letter to the FCM to express his concerns directly to the FCM as DCS and the state finds the particular foster home to be an appropriate environment for the children as it is a state licensed foster home. I also discussed that the children have been in the home for the past 11 months and that they have become comfortable and adjusted into the home without major concerns. By asking the client several open-ended questions the client determined that it would likely be best for the children to remain in the home, he stated the importance of making changes in his life when he is released on October 4, 2016, and that he didn’t feel that he had family that was suitable to care for his children. The client reported that he had felt better after discussing the situation and his

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