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October 25, 2021

Office of Children, Youth and Families Bulletin 3490-21-04, “Changes to the Child Protective Services Law, 23 Pa.C.S. § 6344 as it Pertains to Clearances”

Attached you will find the Office of Children, Youth and Families (OCYF) Bulletin 3490-21-04, entitled “Changes to the Child Protective Services Law, 23 Pa.C.S. § 6344, as it Pertains to ...

October 25, 2021

The Office of Children, Youth and Families Releases Policy Clarification on Child Protective Service Investigations

The Office of Children, Youth and Families (OCYF) has released Policy Clarification #3490-21-05 that includes a “Quick Reference Guide” (see attachment).  This Policy Clarification addresses questions surrounding the completion of ...

October 19, 2021

Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) and Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Licensed Providers – Certain Regulatory Statutes and Regulations Reinstated

Effective October 18, 2021

October 18, 2021

Southeast Updates (Week of 10/18/2021)

On October 18, 2021, Philadelphia DHS released their Quarterly Indicators Report for Quarter 4 of Fiscal Year 2021. On October 20, 2021, Philadelphia DHS released a RFP for applicants to ...

October 14, 2021

PCCYFS Position Statement: On-going Shortage of Psychiatrists in PA Available to Treat Children

There is a dire need for Pennsylvania to approve physician extenders to address psychiatrist shortages

October 13, 2021

Behavioral Health Updates

Managed Care Organization Updates 10/13/2021

October 8, 2021

Department of Human Services Releases 2020 Annual Child Protective Services Report

The PA Department of Human Services (DHS) announced the implementation of the federal Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) and the release of their annual child abuse report. The Family ...

October 7, 2021

Gemma Services Impact on Janay

Gemma Services promotes hope and healing through mental health services, education, and specialized support for youth like Janay.

October 5, 2021

Southeast Updates (Week of 10/4/2021)

The Performance Management and Technology (PMT) Division of the Office of Children and Youth has scheduled the semi-annual virtual Provider Convening for Foster Care and Congregate Care Programs. Updates will ...

October 4, 2021

PA Department of Education and Department of Human Services Notice Regarding Masking in Schools and Child Abuse Reporting

Mask wearing for children 2 and older does not obstruct breathing and is not child abuse.