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The Request for a Change in Provider Form can be downloaded from the DECCD website at http://www.mdhs.ms.gov/early-childhood-care-development/for-parents/ and must be completed and submitted to the DECCD two weeks in advance of any change of provider, unless extenuating circumstances occur. Changes not received within the two week time frame will be processed two weeks from the date of receipt. The change of provider form requires the signature of both the current provider and the new provider along with the attendance stop and start dates for the child(ren). The information provided on this form will be used by DECCD to terminate services for the current provider and to issue a certificate for the new provider. The new provider will not be paid for care provided prior to the completion of the two week notice period to the previous provider. The parent is personally responsible for submitting a completed change of provider form to DECCD timely. A parent who fails to provide an adequate notice may be responsible for paying the two-week termination fee charged by the provider, if applicable. Note: If the parent requests a change in child care provider with an outstanding balance (tuition and/or copayment fees) to the current provider, the parent must pay all fees in full or make suitable payment arrangements with the previous provider before a new certificate will be issued. It is the responsibility of the provider to report non-payment to DECCD.

Parents and caretakers should notify DECCD prior to changing child care providers. The parent/caretaker is responsible for providing a two (2) week notice prior to removing a child(ren) from the provider’s care, unless extenuating circumstances occur. A parent who fails to provide adequate notice may be responsible for paying the two-week termination fee charged by some providers. MDHS may not be required to reimburse providers when parents fail to give a two (2) week notification. Child Care Expenses and Deductions Reimbursement for TANF TWP and TCC child care services through the Child Care Certificate Program are paid directly to the child care provider. If the full child care expense is paid with TANF funds, the parent or caretaker relative cannot receive a child care deduction. If the individual incurs out-of-the pocket expenses for child care, the cost of child care may be deducted from earnings when determining TANF benefits. Use ongoing policy regarding child care verification of out-of-pocket expenses. Child Care Certificate Upon electronic receipt of the Referral for Child Care Services, (CR01), through the JAWS-to-CCPS nightly interface, a child care certificate will be generated in CCPS and issued by the DECCD directly to parent and child care provider. The parent and/or provider are responsible for submitting any required documentation, if applicable, to the DECCD within the established time frames. from case management, child care certificates are issued by the DECCD directly to parent/caretaker for the provision of child care services for eligible children. The parent/caretaker is responsible for completing and returning the certificate, along with any other required documentation to DECCD within the MISSISSIPPI [ TANF WORK PROGRAM PAYMENT PROCESS: SUPPORTIVE SERVICES]

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