Applies to: This policy applies to DCYF employees.
Policy Number & Title: 4543. Foster Care Assessment Program (FCAP)
Effective Date: August 1, 2024
Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance on the use of the FCAP which is a consultation or evaluation to improve the well-being and permanency outcomes for children or youth when barriers to permanency are identified.
Authority
RCW 74.14A.050 Identification of children in state-assisted support system-Program development for long-term care-Foster care caseload-Emancipation of minors study.
Policy
- Caseworkers may refer children and youth to the FCAP when barriers to permanency are identified and criteria is met in RCW 74.14A.050.
- FCAP leads must review referrals and manage the FCAP process.
- Screening and Assessment Program Manager must manage the FCAP contract with the selected contractor.
Resources
Foster Care Assessment Program Intranet Page (Located on the DCYF intranet under Child Welfare Intranet, Programs, and Foster Care Assessment Program)
Foster Care Assessment Program Procedures (Located on the DCYF intranet under Policy & Practice, under Policies & Procedures)
Original Date: January 25, 2001
Revised Date: August 1, 2024
Review Date: August 31, 2028
Approved by: Vickie Ybarra, Assistant Secretary of Partnerships, Prevention, & Services Division