The purpose is to protect children from abuse by removing them from the home if necessary and by working with the families to strengthen their parenting skill. Student interns provide case management services to high-risk families to help reduce the risk of abuse and neglect. Sexual Abuse Units investigate reports of child sexual abuse and provides services to families and children in which child sexual abuse has occurred. One semester is devoted to ongoing case management and in the other semester, the student will conduct investigations. The Family Preservation Unit is part of the child welfare system and provides intensive services to high-risk families for up to one year.
Students work with parents and children in their homes, includes case management services.
United Way First Call 210 E. 9th Street. Vicki Mize Links people with available services through in-depth assessment. Staff also advocates on behalf of clients. Inc. 554 S. Summit Ave. This placement is available only to students who are fluent in American Sign Language.