- (1) Prior to placing a child with a communicable disease, or upon discovering that a child has a communicable disease, the caseworker, in collaboration with the Fostering Healthy Children nurses, will contact the local health department in their area for consultation to define the precautions necessary to mitigate any health risks to others.
- (2) After consultation with the local health department and prior to placing the child, the caseworker shall hold a professional staffing, including the child's primary care medical provider, to identify the best placement to meet the child's needs.
- (3) Once a placement is identified, a Child and Family Team Meeting will be held to address the child's health issues and make sure the caregiver is willing to participate in maintaining the safety of everyone involved. Additional education and training will be provided as necessary.
KEY: child welfare, foster care
Date of Last Change: August 15, 2023
Notice of Continuation: August 19, 2021
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-7-202; 26B-7-214; 26B-7-217; 63G-2; 80-2-301; 80-2-302