Get Dpp-157 Background Checks For Applicants Or Foster-adoptive Parents.doc

This guide provides clear and supportive instructions on filling out the DPP-157 Background Checks Form for applicants or foster-adoptive parents online. Ensuring that you complete this form correctly is essential for the safety and well-being of children and families.

Follow the steps to effectively complete the form online

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the DPP-157 Background Checks Form and open it in the editor.
2. Indicate whether this is an initial or annual application by selecting the appropriate box in the designated section at the top of the form.
3. Select the relevant category that applies to your situation by checking one of the boxes provided: 'DCBS Foster/Adoptive Parent or Applicant', 'Household member of DCBS Foster/Adoptive Parent or Applicant', 'Child placing agency – Foster/Adoptive Parent or Applicant', or 'Respite Care Provider'.
4. Complete the personal information section by filling in your full name, sex, race, date of birth, and social security number. Provide your current address and list all previous addresses for the last five years. Ensure to use additional sheets if necessary.
5. Authorize the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to conduct background checks by reading and agreeing to the provided statements. Your signature is required along with the date at the bottom of this section. If applicable, a parent or guardian may sign for a household member aged 12-17.
6. For the completion by the child-placing agency or cabinet staff, ensure to fill in the name and title of the representative, as well as the agency’s address and contact information.
7. Once all fields are completed, review the form for accuracy. You can then save your changes, download the completed document, print it, or share it as necessary.

Begin your application process by completing the DPP-157 Background Checks Form online today.