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Findings and Recommendations 8 findings
F1
There are eight caseworkers employed by Napa County Health and Human Services carrying an average caseload of 25-30. This is approximately a 40% increase in caseload size within the past two years.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
The number of foster homes has declined by 40% since the late 1980s.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
The Child Welfare Services explore how community groups can help promote awareness of the need for foster homes and develop programs to reach out to these groups.
F3
There are two caseworkers certified as bilingual.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
The Health and Human Services continue their efforts to hire qualified bilingual caseworkers.
F4
The recruiting and licensing process for new foster care homes and parents is assigned to one social worker.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
The Merit System Services, currently used by Napa County Health and Human Services for its hiring process, is outdated and rigid.
Related Recommendations (1)
R4
The Health and Human Services Agency work with the Napa County Human Resources Department to replace Merit System Services with the Napa County Human Resources Department.
F6
A timeframe of three to six months is required to complete the hiring process for a new caseworker.
No recommendations for this finding
F7
Although improved from previous years, communication and trust between caseworkers, their supervisors and management continues to be insufficient. 5
No recommendations for this finding
F8
There is no formal respite program to provide intervals of relief for foster care parents.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
A program be made available to foster parents providing intervals of respite in conjunction with Child Welfare Services.
No Responses Found 1
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