Common use of Joint Response Clause in Contracts

Joint Response. Assessment of the referral is such that there is low to moderate risk of harm to child. Staff from the Human Services Agency Children & Family Services and the Community Partner work as a team to assess the family's situation, offer supportive services, and follow-up to help the family. Families are encouraged to use services, but it is voluntary. The Social Worker closes the referral once the risk and safety assessment is completed, and then the Community Partner provides the indicated services. However, if a family situation deteriorates and child is at risk, the Community Partner will call the Children & Family Services hotline and make a new referral.