Procedures

The following steps should be taken when making a CPS referral:

Step 1 Suspected acts of abuse or neglect toward a child are observed or discovered through conversation. Step 2 If the behavior is being exhibited in the county office, arrange for the CPS intake worker to talk with the client. Follow up the request to CPS in writing. Make a copy of written referral for case record. Step 3 If CPS intake is not available or the client is not present, make a written referral to CPS and make a copy of the referral for the case record. Include the following information in the referral: child’s name, age, gender, address and current location if different from the address parent/guardian’s name, address, phone number reason for referral reporter’s name, address, phone number and relationship to the child.

The Reporter has the right to remain anonymous. Note that on the referral if this request is made.