After the adversary hearing, the conservatorship caseworker assumes responsibility for taking any other actions needed to meet the needs of the child and family. In the event of an extension of the adversary hearing, the removing worker:

• Is responsible for attending court and providing testimony related to the removal actions.
• Is not responsible for other case-related actions necessary to meet the needs of the child and family.

See also 5410 Types of Court Orders and the Process for Obtaining a Court Order for Removal of a Child

When the conservatorship (CVS) caseworker is assigned to the case, at initial removal or case transfer, the CVS caseworker must:

• Review any information provided by the CVS supervisor.
• Review the current case and any history in IMPACT.
• Review the case file.
• Contact the caseworkers assigned to the open stages of the case to:
  • Offer assistance.
  • Obtain information about the child, the family, and the child’s placement.
• Notify the following people, if applicable, about the caseworker’s assignment and contact information no later than three business days after being assigned to the case:
  • The child.
  • The caregiver.
  • The parents.
  • The child’s attorney ad litem.
  • The child’s guardian ad litem.
  • The child’s CASA supervisor.
  • The child’s CASA volunteer.
  • The parent’s attorney.
  • All service providers.
• Ask what actions have been taken to meet the requirements for notice of CPS conservatorship. See 6123 Ongoing Duty to Provide Notice of CPS Conservatorship.
• Review 5740 The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), if a child is identified, or may be identified, as Native American.