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Section 3 Overview

This section focuses on the actual delivery of treatment services to the family.  The information in this section will assist staff in understanding procedures used throughout the entire service delivery process, from opening to termination.  Including other professionals in the service delivery process is often vital for improved family functioning.  This section will provide procedures for accessing and utilizing contracted services.  Another important aspect of the service delivery process includes case evaluation and clinical supervision.  Information pertaining to these topics can also be found in this section.

Chapter 5 Overview

This chapter describes policy and procedures for working with contracted treatment providers.

Table of Contents

5.1   Policy Requirements – Children’s Treatment Services (CTS)

5.2   Definition and Purpose

5.3  When to Use CTS

5.4  CTS Referral Issues

5.5  Communication With the CTS Provider


5.5.1  Content of the Referral
5.5.2   Ongoing Communication

5.6   Procedural Steps for Authorizing CTS

5.7  Procedural Steps for CTS Payment

5.8  Procedures for Ongoing Use, Updating, and Closing of CTS

5.9   Evaluation of Contracted Services

5.9.1  Provider Compliance Issues
5.9.2  Provider Effectiveness Issues

Chapter Memoranda History: (prior to 1/31/07)

CD05-72, CD06-14

Memoranda History:

Attachments:

Attachment index

Attachment A: CTS Referral Summary Form, CS-13

Attachment B: Listing of Purchased Services

Attachment C: CTS Provider Requirements

Attachment D: Communication with Non-English Speaking and Special Needs Clients

Attachment E: Protective Services Child Care

Attachment F: Individual Duties Related to the SEAS System

Attachment G: Genetic/Paternity Testing

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