DHS Office Administration Case Study

Reporter stated the following: He is in DHS custody. He (Issac) came to me on October 20th. He (Issac) was in foster care. He (Issac) told me this the other day and it was about 2 or 3 days ago, “I guess”. I have never reported it. I called today because Ms. Judith with MYPAC came in my home today and told me to make a report. Per intake worker (Gail) was on the phone also. Per Ms. Judith I was his (Issac) therapist with Youth Villages.

John filed the reporter to DCS in Shelby County on 8-27-15, but the reporter received it on 8-28-15. John states the parents are incarcerated. It was unknown when they got incarcerated, or the reason, per the reporter. John may have been called at the time to get the child, but he did not know if would be for a long time. He mentioned in the report that the parents have multiple felons and will be in jail for a while. Keenan began to act out, and John allowed him to go to a friend's home at 8205 Whitehead Drive; Southaven, MS. Keenan has ADHD , anger and depression. Keenan has been trying to sell his prescription for marijuana. The home he is in is allowing him to smoke marijuana. There is a possibility Keenan is not going to school. Keenan

The case was brought to DCFS attention when a reporter stated on 7/11/17, OPWI attempted to obtain an emergency order of protection on behalf of Kiara (age 7). Reportedly Ashley (mother) is actively using METH and also methodone she gets from a clinic, and is also involved in prostitution. Ashley told OPWI that Ashley ''can't wait outside for the bus to go to drug court because she's done bad things to people (robbed people, committed home invasion, taken people's money and drugs) and these people are after her.'' Reporter states that one of these people came to OPWI's house looking for Ashley and scared Kiara. Ashley recently got out of jail, stayed with OPWI for a couple of days, left last Friday telling Kiara she would be back in a couple of hours, didn't return

PER REPORTER: Ariyanna is in DHS custody. Reporter was in a session with the child today. She said a neighbor (Ann Moore) is at the home often with her children. Ann has two children in her home. Ann choked Ariyanna on two different occasions, pushed her head into the washing machine, and screamed at her. This has happened twice. Reporter observed a scar on the child's neck today. She said it was from Ann's long fingernails when Ann scratched her. Ariyanna said she didn't know where the foster parent was at first then said she was in her bedroom. She didn't tell the foster parent. Reporter did speak with Ariyanna's case worker. Ariyanna will change homes within a week. She doesn't need immediate medical

Ms. Harris continued by stating that she spoke with Child Protective Supervisor II, Francica Williams, on August 3rd, 2015 who informed her that Ms. Gustard picked the children up on August 2nd, 2015 from one of the children’s older siblings. Ms. Harris expressed that an agency representative did not see the children prior to August 5th, 2015. Ms. Harris uttered that the agency was in agreement to replace the children from Ms. Gustard’s care on August 3rd, 2015 but decided against it since OSI was expected to make a visit to the residence that same

Ms. Floyd received information from Ms. Goods stating she’d put her mother out of her home because of her crack use. Brittney was not put out of the home and is currently residing with her sister. Brittney’s basic needs are being met by her sister and Ms. Goods appears to be a better and more responsible caretaker. Brittney has been in and out of the court system and Ms. Higgins has legal custody of the child at this time; Brittney is without a legal guardian since her mother was put out of the home. It’s unknown what date Ms. Higgins was put out but the information was reported on 08/11/15.

She stated that a few days ago a CW worker came to her daughter's school, they picked her up and took her to another facility without even letting her know. She understands that CW can interview children without the presence of their parents, but without even notifying her. She was informed, yes, they can do that and even more, if the CW workers find that the child is at risk or being abused, they will not return the child to her/his home and later they will seek for a temporary custody. She said that she is happy that her daughter is living with her.

PER REPORTER: Kanosho said she works for the foster care and licensure department in CPS, and she said she received a report from a caller by the name of (Kelly) whom called into the agency. She said Kelly told her that she is worried about two children in her family that live in Mississippi due to different family members calling an informing her about things involving the children. However, Kanosho said Kelly told her that no one else in the family will report the things going on with the children besides her. According to Kelly, the family’s home is dilapidated and she said if someone were to go into the home they would consider it condemned. She also said she does not believe that the children are being fed. She also mentioned that when

The reporting party (RP) stated her daughter Anislee Jells age 3 attend The Parent Cooperative Community preschool. According to the RP her daughter's paternal grandmother Joanne Jelle works for Heart to Heart 2401 Olympus Dr., Roseville, CA 95661 (916) 788-0199. Heart to Heart is supposed to provide structured child care while adoptive parents attend training courses, however children attend the preschool all day when their parents are not in training. The RP stated she worked full time and shared custody with her ex-husband who would drop off and pick up the child on a regular basis which is suggested by the attached letter. The RP stated the facility was staffed with teachers who provided care and supervision to her child along with several

PER REPORTER: There is no address for the child. The child is ending up with the grandmother most of the time. The child is in Mississippi. The mother is in Georgia. Reporter was told that mom has no place to stay. Liberti has been in Mississippi since May 25th. It's unknown if she is a resident in Mississippi or Georgia. The child is living where ever she can. The dad is suppose to be responsible for her. It's unknown where dad lives. He doesn't even have a place to stay. This has been ongoing for a long time. Reports have been made and nothing has been done. Currently, Liberti is with a lady that the reporter got to keep her while she is at work. On May 25th, mom brought the child to the dad supposedly but the grandmother ended up with her.

PER REPORTER: Blake said CPS in Texas received a call from a Mediation Attorney by the name of (Brandy) who is on a case regarding the children’s father (Donald). Blake said he interviewed Donald and the children’s sibling (David) regarding the things reported by Brandy. Black said when he interviewed David he was crying out about his mother (Dolly) slapping him and his siblings in the face repeatedly. Blake said according to Donald and David, Dolly slaps the children whenever they get into trouble as a form of discipline. It is unknown if the children’s mother has ever left bruises or scars on the children due to her hitting them. Blake mentioned that when interviewed Donald, he claimed that the children’s mother uses methamphetamine and cocaine

The agency I have chosen is Administration for Children’s Services (ACS). It is an agency that is a part of the New York City government. Administration for Children’s Services protects, ensures, and promotes the wellbeing of New York City’s children and families. ACS investigates child abuse and neglect. They have numerous responsibilities such as investigations and evaluations of the safety and well-being of children. They also assess the risk of future abuse, file petitions and testify in family court, and identify interventions that can reduce risks to children. They provide direct foster care and adoption services, child welfare, juvenile justice, and administer head start and child care programs through contracted providers or child

Mrs. Jeffers has been living in her home for 9yrs. The home is located in the urban part of Clarksville, TN. The neighborhood is known for its high crime rates, however in the last 6 months it has lowered. Although, Mrs. Jeffers home is old very old id well-kept and cleaned. It has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Mrs. Jeffers shares her home with her two nieces Asia 18yrs and Angel 20yrs. Angel has to younger children ages 2yrs and 6months. Mrs. Jeffers also operates her business from home. Her at home business is located in garage of her backyard. Overall, Mrs. Jeffers physical loving living environment is well-maintained. There is concern if she has adequate space for Eloise if given custody.

I called the constituent, she said that she was requesting information about her ex-husband and her children to the DHS Self-Sufficiency Program. She said that when she got divorced, her husband got her child's legal custody, but the judge granted her to have access to his records in the dissolution of marriage of marriage judgment.

The worker contacted Margie Mejia who stated she is the mother Colton Mejia. The worker asked Mrs. Mejia if she had any safety concerns for Colton or his family. Mrs. Mejia stated “none whatsoever. “ Colton and Chanel are good parents, they are young parents but they do a great job raising their kids. “I see my grandchildren very often and I would describe them as being happy, healthy, and clean. I’ve never suspected or witnessed any inappropriate interactions with the parents and my grandchildren. Colton and Chanel try to do their best to do right for those kids.