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Child Welfare Case Management Checklist Template

Ensure every child receives the best possible care. Our Child Welfare Case Management Checklist Template provides a structured approach to tracking progress, documenting actions, and maintaining compliance. Simplify complex casework and improve outcomes with this essential resource.

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Intake & Referral

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Initial assessment and referral source documentation.

Date of Referral

Referring Agency/Source Details

Reason for Referral

Child's Full Name

Parent/Guardian Name(s)

Child's Current Address

Child's Age

Family Assessment

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Comprehensive evaluation of family dynamics, needs, and strengths.

Presenting Concerns/Reasons for Referral

Family Structure & Composition

Number of Children in Household

Date of Birth (Parent 1)

Parent 1 Occupation

Parent 1 Education Level

Summary of Strengths Observed

Safety Planning

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Development and implementation of immediate safety measures for the child.

Immediate Safety Threats Identified

Safe Place(s) Designated for Child

Safety Plan Review with Family?

Family’s Understanding of Safety Plan

Date Safety Plan Implemented

Safety Measures Implemented (Check all that apply)

Contact Information for Emergency Contacts

Service Coordination

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Arranging and monitoring access to necessary services (e.g., therapy, counseling, housing).

Primary Service Need

Service Provider Notes

Service Units Provided

Service Start Date

Service End Date (if applicable)

Service Provider

Supporting Documentation (e.g., referral, invoice)

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Tracking court hearings, filings, and legal mandates.

Initial Filing Date

Case Number

Court Type

Hearing Date

Hearing Time

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Summary of Court Proceedings

Court Documents Upload

Order Number

Visitation

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Monitoring and documentation of parent-child visitation schedules.

Scheduled Visitation Date

Scheduled Visitation Start Time

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Visitation Location

Visitation Observation Notes

Visitation Outcome

Caseworker Signature

Number of Attendees (excluding child)

Progress Monitoring

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Regular review of case progress and adjustments to the plan as needed.

Last Progress Review Date

Progress Score (1-10)

Summary of Progress and Challenges

Service Plan Modifications Needed?

Next Review Date

Specific Goals Met/Not Met

Areas Requiring Further Support

Case Closure

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Finalization of the case, including documentation and follow-up procedures.

Case Closure Date

Summary of Case Outcomes & Progress

Reason for Case Closure

Summary of Services Provided

Total Services Provided

Final Case Report

Case Worker Signature

Follow-up Required?

Documentation & Record Keeping

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Ensuring all interactions, assessments, and plans are accurately documented.

Date of Initial Record Creation

Summary of Initial Assessment Notes

Upload of Initial Assessment Documents (e.g., referral, reports)

Case File Number

Record of Communication Log (dates, people, topics)

Document Status

Reporting & Compliance

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Adherence to reporting requirements and agency policies.

Last Report Submission Date

Report Type

Case ID

Summary of Findings

Compliance Status

Supporting Documentation

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