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Childrens Protective Services CPS 2019 Product of the Office of Child Welfare Policy and Programs 1 Name of Local Organization Identifying information for Local Organization Person Facilitating Session ID: 778533

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Mandated Reporter TrainingChildren’s Protective Services (CPS)2019

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Name of Local Organization

Identifying information for Local OrganizationPerson Facilitating Session

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Local Organization Logo Here

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Training Objectives

After successful completion, trainees will:Understand mandated reportingKnow the Child Protection Law (CPL)

Recognize child abuse and neglectKnow the MDHHS reporting process, including all procedures and their importance.

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State Law

Child Protection Law, 1975 PA 238The Michigan Child Protection Law, 1975 PA 238, requires the reporting of suspected child abuse and neglect by certain persons (called mandated reporters), and encourages the reporting of suspected child abuse and neglect by all persons.

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State Law

Legal Definition of Child AbuseHarm or threatened harm to a child’s health or welfare that occurs:By non-accidental physical or mental injury, sexual abuse, sexual exploitation or maltreatmentTo a child under 18 years of age

By the child’s parent, legal guardian, or other person who is responsible for the child’s health or welfare

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State Law

Legal Definition of Child NeglectHarm or threatened harm to a child’s health or welfare that occurs through:Negligent treatment, including the failure to provide adequate food, clothing, shelter, or medical care

Placing the child at an unreasonable risk by the parent, legal guardian, or other person responsible for the child’s health or welfare

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Mandated Reporters

People in the following professional roles are required to report any suspected child abuse or neglect:Medical and health care providersSocial workers and counselorsChild care providers

Clergy and faith leadersLaw enforcementSchool administrators and teachers

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Report or Don’t Report?

You don’t need evidence. Reasonable suspicion that child abuse or neglect occurred is sufficient.Note: Never investigate on your own.

“When in doubt, report it out.”

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Reporting Concerns

“I don’t want to interfere in someone’s family.”You may be the only person to intervene and ensure a child’s safety.“They will know it was me who called.”

CPS cannot provide this information without your permission or a court order.“What I have to say won’t make a difference.”You may never know the difference you will make. Do the right thing anyway.

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Reporting Obligations

Immediate report to MDHHS855-444-3911Be prepared to give as much demographic information as possibleProviding the family’s address is essential

Provide detailed information including statements in quotationsMichigan Online Reporting System (MORS)State of Michigan employees: MiLoginOutside entities: Michigan.gov/mandatedreporterAdditional resources: Michigan.gov/mandatedreporter

Written report (DHS-3200) within 72 hoursDo not send a DHS-3200 if utilizing Notify the head of your organization if required by your employer

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Detailed Reporting Requirements

Child Protection Law requires a detailed report:“The report shall contain other information available to the reporting person that might establish the cause of the child abuse or child neglect, and the manner in which the child abuse or child neglect occurred.”“If the immediate report has been made using the online reporting system

and that report includes the information required in a written report under subsection (2), that report is considered a written report for the purposes of this section and no additional written report is required.”This “other information available to the reporting person” includes details known about the child, family and the specific situation.

Please explain the who, what, where, when, why and how of this matter. Product of the Office of Child Welfare Policy and Programs

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Provide All Known Information

Insufficient Information:“Johnny had a bruise on his elbow.” Additional information was known but not reported.Based on the information, Centralized Intake could not make an informed screening decision.

Report the who, what, why, when, where, and how.

Sufficient Information“On 05/01/2019, Johnny reported his mother hit him four times on the right elbow with a wooden spoon. The incident happened in Johnny’s bedroom. On 05/02/2019, Johnny had a large, circular, dark purple bruise on his inner right elbow. Johnny is afraid to go home because he fears being hit.”

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State Law

Penalties for Not ReportingCriminal penalties93 days in jail, orNot more than $500 fine, or

BothCivil penaltyLiable for injuriesLiable for future loss/damages

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State Law

Protections for ReportersImmunity ProtectionGood faith

Confidentiality ProtectionDisclosure with consentJudicial order

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Reporting

Centralized Intake SpecialistCentralized Intake will gather the following from the reporter:Name of the child, parents, and/or legal guardiansDescription of suspected abuse or neglect

Any information that might establish the cause of suspected abuse or neglectWho, what, when, where, why and howYour contact information

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Reporting

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Reporting

Next Steps for CPSComplaint will be reviewed for assignmentIf assigned, a caseworker begins an investigation within 24 hours and a decision is made within 30 daysServices may be offered to the family

Protecting interventions may be necessary, including court ordered removal (last resort – only if necessary)CPS will keep your information confidentialPer the CPL, your identifying information will not be shared unless court ordered.

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Reporting

Next Steps for CPSNotification process for mandated reporters includes:If the report is NOT assigned for investigation, you will receive a letter from Centralized Intake

If the report IS investigated, you will receive a letter from the appropriate MDHHS county officeCPS is no longer required to contact the mandated reporter for additional information; however, the investigator may do so if necessary.

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Recognizing Types of Child Abuse and Neglect

Physical abuseSexual abuseMental injuryNeglectMaltreatmentOther

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Caution

Some photos that follow may be disturbing to see

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Recognizing Physical Abuse

Physical abuse is a non-accidental injury. Physical indicators may include:BruisesBurnsBroken bonesOther unexplained injuries or illness

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Recognizing Physical Abuse

Facial InjuriesIndicators: BruisesSlap marksGrab marks

Knuckle marksInjuries to ears and scalp

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Recognizing Physical Abuse

Grab MarksIndicators:Bruising resulting from grabbing the upper arm

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Recognizing Physical Abuse

Loop MarksIndicators:Loop marks in the shape of the object used (e.g. an electrical cord, belts or chains)

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Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

Intentional cutting of female genitalia absent medical needCan be completed by medical and non-medical personnelOccurs due to cultural and non-religious practicesCPS will coordinate with medical professionals, as well as law enforcement when completing an investigation

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Recognizing Sexual Abuse or Sexual Exploitation

Indicators:Any intentional touching/contact that can be reasonably construed as being for the purpose of arousal, gratification or any other improper purpose by the perpetratorSexual penetration (any intrusion, however slight)

Accosting, soliciting or enticing to commit, or attempt to commit an act of sexual contact or penetration, including prostitution

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Recognizing Sexual Abuse

Indicators:Physical evidence (genital bruising, presence of semen, etc.)Running awayPregnancy or contracting a venereal disease (especially in children 12 years or younger –

requires a report to CPS)Acts secretive and isolatedInappropriate sexualized behaviorSelf-reports sexual abuse

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Recognizing Mental Injury

Indicators:An existing pattern of physical or verbal acts and omissions that result in a psychological or emotional injury

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Recognizing Mental Injury

Indicators:Exhibits extremes in behavior (overly compliant or demanding, extremely passive or aggressive)Is inappropriately child-like or inappropriately infantileExhibits physical or emotional developmental delays

Has attempted suicideSelf-reports abuse

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Recognizing Neglect

Types of Neglect:Physical neglectFailure to protectImproper supervisionAbandonment

Medical neglect

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Recognizing Neglect

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Recognizing Neglect

Indicators:Frequent absence from schoolSteals or begs for food or moneySuffers from chronic dental and/or medical issuesLacks sufficient clothing for weather

Self-reports no one is home

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Recognizing Maltreatment

Child maltreatment is defined as the treatment of a child that involves cruelty or suffering that a reasonable person would recognize as excessive.

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Recognizing Maltreatment

Indicators:HumiliationTreat child like an animalInappropriate child capability expectations

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Substance Use Concerns

When a parent/caregiver is using/abusing legal or illegal substances, CPS complaint assignment occurs if:Evidence exists (e.g. meconium, cord tissue, positive urine screen of newborn) a child was exposed to a legal/illegal substance.

Confirmation by a medical professional of withdrawal symptoms in a newborn that are not the result of medical treatment. It is alleged the parent’s use/abuse of a legal/illegal substance affects their ability to safely care for a child.Substance Exposed Newborns: CPS complaints will be rejected

when it is alleged the newborn’s positive test or symptoms are a result of medical treatment prescribed and/or administered to the parent or the newborn (including medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder).

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Human Trafficking

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SEX TRAFFICKING

LABOR TRAFFICKING

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Human Trafficking Indicators

Sexually transmitted diseasesSymptoms of post-traumatic stressMalnourished and/or always hungrySigns of physical and/or sexual abuse, physical restraint, confinement or tortureVictims and perpetrators are often skilled at concealing their situations

Live with other unrelated youth and with unrelated adultsNot in control of their own identification documents

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What is NOT investigated?

Issues solely attributed to poverty or homelessnessHead liceEducational concernsSibling on sibling abuse – unless parent(s) know and fail to take action to protect

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What To Do and What Not To Do When A Child Discloses Abuse or Neglect

Move the child to a private areaMaintain eye contactUse a soothing and supportive stance and toneDo not display any signs of shockDo not display signs of disapproval

Ask open ended questions (“how” and “what”)After speaking with the child, take detailed notes about the conversation

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Investigating

Next Steps for CPSCPS will interview children, adults, neighbors, family, professional staff, etc.Approximately 75% of investigations do not result in a preponderance findingMDHHS will inform mandated reporters in writing as to the disposition of the case

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Outcomes of CPS Investigations

Category V: No services recommended – Following a field investigation, CPS determines there was no evidence of child abuse or neglect.Category IV:

Community services recommended – Though child abuse or neglect was not confirmed, community services are recommended by CPS.Category III: Community services are needed– A preponderance of evidence supports child abuse or neglect occurred. The risk assessment (structured-decision making tool) indicates low or moderate risk of future harm to the child(ren).

Category II: Services are required to maintain the child safely in the caretaker’s home– A preponderance of evidence supports child abuse or neglect occurred. The risk assessment suggests high or intensive risk of future harm to the child(ren). MDHHS and community services are needed.Category I:

A court petition is filed

– A preponderance of evidence supports child abuse or neglect occurred and the law requires a court petition, court ordered services are needed to keep the child(ren) safe in the caretaker’s home, or a child is unsafe in the caretaker’s home.

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Prevention

Current research demonstrates strengthening families with protective approaches can make meaningful differences in parenting skills and child well-being.Prevention is a cost effective way to reduce child abuse and neglect.

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Prevention

The Children’s Trust Fund serves as a voice for Michigan’s children and families and promotes their health, safety and welfare by funding effective local programs and services that prevent child abuse and neglect.

Learn more at www.Michigan.gov/ctfor by calling 517-373-4320

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Additional Information

Mandated Reporter resources are available online at:www.Michigan.gov/mandatedreporter

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