When a DFPS or SSCC caseworker receives notification of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a child placed in another state, the DFPS or SSCC caseworker must follow 4221.2 CPS Responsibility and Procedure after Receiving a Notification of Alleged Abuse and Neglect by Either RCCI or CPIand take the following actions:  

• Immediately review the abuse, neglect, or exploitation report in IMPACT.
• Immediately discuss the intake with the supervisor.
• Contact the investigator from the other state for additional information.
• Consult with the program director about the circumstances surrounding the investigation no later than 7 p.m. the next business day.
• Document an I&R A/N Notification Staffing contact type in the child’s Sub stage no later than 7 p.m. the next business day after notification of the report.

The contact documentation must include the following:

• A copy of the I&R.
• Discussions with supervisor and program director.
• Consideration of the child’s safety needs and any related actions.
• Any plans for future actions.

The DFPS or SSCC caseworker must document the execution and results of any follow-up actions as normal contacts in IMPACT when they are completed.

The DFPS or SSCC caseworker must document as a contact in IMPACT a summary and the disposition of the investigation once the investigation is concluded.