JBS International, Inc.'s Child Welfare Reviews Project assists the Children's Bureau in recruiting and maintaining a national pool of child welfare professionals who meet the established minimum education and experience requirements to serve as Child and Family Services Review (CFSR) reviewers, quality assurance (QA) specialists, or note-taking specialists (collectively referred to as “agile staff”). Participation in the CFSRs requires a significant commitment of time and effort. The following is a summary of the general responsibilities of agile staff participating in the CFSRs: When participating in a CFSR, CFSR reviewers have the following responsibilities: A CFSR reviewer may also be trained to perform as a note-taking specialist or QA specialist. These roles are generally reserved for experienced reviewers who have demonstrated a strong understanding of the OSRI and its application. The following is an overview of each position: Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

JBS International, Inc.'s Child Welfare Reviews Project oversees a diverse national pool of reviewers who participate in the Child and Family Services Reviews (CFSRs) conducted by the Children's Bureau. JBS recruits reviewers by taking referrals from state and federal staff; contract staff; and current CFSR reviewers, quality assurance specialists, and note-taking specialists (collectively referred to as “agile staff”). It also conducts outreach with Regional Offices and national organizations. Upon receipt of applications, the Child Welfare Reviews Project reviews and maintains information on candidates’ qualifications and identifies candidates to participate in CFSR reviewer trainings. Once trained, these individuals become eligible to participate as CFSR reviewers. Preference is given to individuals who are experienced in applying the Onsite Review Instrument and Instructions, who demonstrate fluency in Spanish, and/or have lived experience within the child welfare system or within indigenous or tribal social services. The Child Welfare Reviews Project conducts CFSR reviewer trainings periodically. Qualified candidates are required to attend an in-person 2-day training and complete online training and other ongoing trainings as needed. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

The Child Welfare Reviews Project assists the Children's Bureau in recruiting and maintaining a national pool of Child and Family Services Review (CFSR) reviewers, who are qualified child welfare professionals who meet established minimum education and experience requirements. The qualifications for individuals interested in participating as CFSR Reviewers are discussed below. CFSR reviewers, quality assurance specialists, and note-taking specialists (collectively referred to as “agile staff”) are child welfare experts with experience in making professional judgments based on information collected from various sources. They apply this knowledge to participate in the CFSRs. The following are the minimum qualifications for agile staff: The following are the preferred qualifications for CFSR reviewers: Preference will be given to individuals who are experienced in applying the Onsite Review Instrument and Instructions and/or demonstrate fluency in Spanish and/or lived experience within the child welfare system or within indigenous or tribal social services. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

The Child and Family Services Reviews (CFSRs) are administered by the Children's Bureau, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The following is contact information for the Children's Bureau CFSR leadership and data team, and the federal contractors who provide support to the CFSRs. Children's Bureau 1250 Maryland Avenue, S.W 8th Floor Washington, DC 20024 (202) 205-8618 Children's Bureau Central and Regional Office Staff Contact information for Children's Bureau Central and Regional Office staff can be found at /oro/about/contact. Review Leadership Angela Adams Bob Baptista Misty Carlyle Yolanda Fripp James Gregory Jennifer Miller Haight Angela Ivey Elizabeth Jones-Ferguson Sylvia Kim Richard Longoria Danielle McConaga Allison McDowell Linda Mitchell Beth Pierce Data Team Telisa Burt Malcolm Hale John Hargrove Steven Lao Sharon Newburg-Rinn Roger Stanton Tammy White Child Welfare Reviews Project 5515 Security Lane, Suite 800 North Bethesda, MD 20852-5007 (301) 495-1080 Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

On behalf of the Children’s Bureau, JBS International, Inc.'s Child Welfare Compliance Reviews Team (CWCRT) recruits young people to support the Children’s Bureau in administering the federal National Youth in Transition Database (NYTD) Reviews. The minimum and preferred (additional) qualifications to become a NYTD Reviewer are summarized below. If a young person meets the minimum qualifications and is interested in NYTD data collection, analysis, and/or data-driven work, we welcome their inquiry or application. If you believe you meet the minimum qualifications and are interested in learning more, please email CWCRT at cw-mail@jbsinternational.com for a NYTD Reviewer application packet. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This document supplements the information provided in Child and Family Services Review Technical Bulletin #7. It details how states and the Children’s Bureau (CB) will work to verify each state’s ability to meet the case review criteria in that bulletin. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This document supplements the information provided in Child and Family Services Review Technical Bulletin #7. It details how states and the Children’s Bureau (CB) will work to verify each state’s ability to meet the case review criteria in that bulletin. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

The Child Welfare Reviews Project assists the Children's Bureau, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in administering the title IV-E foster care eligibility reviews (FC eligibility reviews). Specifically, the project manages the following activities: Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This TB provides updates on the measurement and case review sampling framework for CFSR Round 4. The primary purpose is to announce CFSR Round 4 statewide data indicator (SWDI) national performance values. This amendment also provides other updates and clarification regarding technical aspects of measurement and sampling. A table is included in the amendment that identifies substantial changes to the original bulletin. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

The Child Welfare Specialist team supports the Children's Bureau, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, in administering the Child and Family Services Reviews and other state child welfare program monitoring activities. The team's responsibilities include: Additional Information For more information on the reviews, visit the Child Welfare Monitoring section of the Children's Bureau website at /programs/cb/monitoring/child-family-services-... or e-mail the Child Welfare Reviews Project, JBS International, Inc., at cw@jbsinternational.com. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.