1c.2.2 Complete additional analysis using SACWIS data and relevant case review data. Quality Assurance Branch June 2017 Completed written analysis compiled and presented to leadership and regional personnel. 1c.2.3 Engage regional involvement in an additional analysis of performance on these case review items. Quality Assurance Branch January 2018 Conduct regional calls. Collect regional input related to these case review questions. 1c.2.4 Compile information from regional and state case review information to formulate further action steps to include possible practice guidance materials, trainings or regional action plans. Quality Assurance Branch June 2018 Additional activities and implementation activities identified and incorporated into an updated CFSP matrix to be submitted with the 2017 APSR submission. 1c.3 For children in care 15 of the last 22 months, improve case review scores on questions 111a, 111b and 111e.(ASFA exceptions) Quality Assurance Branch 2019 Improvement in the case review scores for specific questions about ASFA exceptions 1c.3.1 Evaluate current performance and provide technical assistance to regions. Quality Assurance Branch 2015 Report, evaluation and TA to regions 1c.3.2 Develop regional plans to improve performance Bruce Linder and Rachel Bingham 2016 Regional plans submitted to DPP 1c.4 Increase timeliness of permanency for children birth to five (regardless of permanency plan, legal status or placement status). (Section 422 (b)(18)) Tina Hagenbuch 2019 Conduct Case Reviews. Reduce the length of time that children under five are in care without a permanent family. Goal: the state will determine, through the targeted case reviews, what appropriate and effective services are available or are needed to meet the needs of this population. 1c.4.1 Establish regional QA leads to work with CQI specialists and regional leadership on quality assurance activities. Bruce Linder December 2014 QA leads identified. Duties clarified. Scope of work clarified.
1c.4.2 Complete additional analysis using SACWIS data and relevant case review data. Quality Assurance Branch June 2017 Completed written analysis compiled and presented to leadership and regional personnel. 1c.4.3 Engage regional involvement in an additional analysis of performance on these case review items. Quality Assurance Branch January 2018 Conduct regional calls. Collect regional input related to these case review questions. 1c.4.4 Compile information from regional and state case review information to formulate further action steps to include possible practice guidance materials, trainings or regional action plans. Quality Assurance Branch June 2018 Additional activities and implementation activities identified and incorporated into an updated CFSP matrix to be submitted with the 2017 APSR submission. 1c.5 Enhance transition planning for all children exiting foster care OOHC branch June 2018 Improvement in the case review scores for specific questions about transition planning 1c.5.1 Evaluate current policy and practice for transitioning children from foster care Quality Assurance Branch 2015 Report and evaluation 1c.5.2 Develop tools, refine processes and provide training to regional staff OOHC branch and Keith Jones 2016 revised SOP and tools CFSP 1d Formalize a consultation practice model to ensure the accessibility of credentialed clinicians to assist frontline staff serving the physical and mental health needs of children served by the agency. (Section 422(b)(15)(A)(v)) 1d.1 Continue to serve as the department lead on the state’s ongoing efforts to execute a formalized consultation model. Tina Webb 2015-2019 Develop and submit recommendations. Report progress annually for APSR submissions. 1d.2 Engage DMS, Commissioner on children with special health care needs and DBHID to enhance the process for clinical consultation with staff Teresa James 2018 Develop plans and submit to the Secretary for review
3d.1.4 Implement ongoing analysis of recruitment activities in light of staffing pattern issues. Make recommendations for improved matching between current recruitment efforts and geographic areas of greatest need. Bruce Linder June 2016 Analysis and recommendations submitted to leadership. Report annually in APSR. CFSP 3e Support staff competency. 3e.1 Ensure that the design of the state’s training program for new and seasoned workers adequately supports the state’s child welfare program. (45 CFR 1355.34 (c)(4)) Bruce Linder Pam Cotton Keith Jones June 2015 Analysis and planned modifications will be submitted with the 2015 APSR submission. 3e.2 Redesign SOP to guide best practice decisions. Ensure that SOP meets requirements established by law and includes tools to support case work decision making. Quality Assurance Branch 2015-2019 Implementation of redesigned standard of practice. Report progress annually for APSR. 3e.3 Build capacity of staff to analyze regional data to work toward improvement in outcomes. Quality Assurance Branch and IQI 2015-2019 Opportunities identified and implemented as appropriate. 3e.4 Incorporate the trauma informed care model into policy, practice and training to facilitate effective service matching for children and families. Tina Webb Keith Jones June 2018 Report progress annually through project completion.