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Risk Assessment Model for ChildProtection in Ontario

Eligibility Spectrum

Risk Assessment Modelfor Child Protection inOntario

RegulationsP ul s

Revised 2000

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Child Protection in Ontario

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With acknowledgement that some parts of the Risk Assessment Model for Child Protection in Ontario-Revised 2000 are based on the models developed by the New York State Department of Social Services and the British Columbia Ministry for Children and Families

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Does case meet eligibility requirementsfor Child Welfare Services

Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1

What is plan of service forthe child and family?

Decision #8

What other assessment issues must beconsidered to inform the plan of services?

Decision #7

Is the child in need of protection?

Decision #6

Is child at risk of future abuse or neglect?

Decision #5

Are child protectionconcerns verified?

Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #4

Is child safe now?

Decision #3

What is the response time?

Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #1Decision #2

Should plan of services be modified?

Decision #11

Have assessments changed?

Decision #10

Does the case still meet eligibility requirementsfor child protection services?

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