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Applicants must complete 30 hours of pre-service training. Must be a resident of Arkansas to inquire about becoming a foster family home.

DHS is mandated to investigate allegations of abuse perpetrated by a caregiver. If the alleged abuse is someone other than a caregiver, DHS is required to forward the report to law enforcement. ... If the case involves possible criminal acts, the DHS investigator will contact the appropriate law enforcement agency.

But refusing entry to CPS will not end the investigation. If CPS has information that a child may be in danger, they have the authority to go to court to ask for a court order similar to a search warrant requiring you to allow them access.

Yes, it is important to take a headshot at least annually for as long as the child is in foster care. You do not need parental consent to photograph a child in foster care (although you should make an effort to get the child's consent).

(d) Neglect means acts of omissions by a caretaker which result in 1) a failure or refusal to prevent child maltreatment, 2) failure to take action to protect a child from maltreatment and 3) failure, refusal or irremediable inability to provide for the essential and necessary physical (food, clothing, shelter, ...

Some states use other names, often attempting to reflect more family-centered (as opposed to child-centered) practices, such as Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS). CPS is also known by the name of Department of Social Services (DSS) or simply Social Services.

The investigator also may begin to put services and supports in place for the family after a careful and thorough assessment of their needs. At the completion of the investigation (usually within 45 days), the investigator will decide if the concerns made in the original report were true.

A CPS worker can take a look at your child's bedroom, toys, food available, etc. The worker might even want to speak to your child during the home visit. Their main concern is that your child is well-taken care of at home. It's important to prepare your home so that it is clean and ready for a home visit.

In most instances, Child Protective Services has approximately 45 days to investigate reports of neglect, dependency and abuse. If the investigation takes longer than 45 days the agency must promptly notify the family about the extension.