Selection Of An Adoptive Placement

An agency must consider the following factors in selecting adoptive parents for a child: (4-6-23) 01. Child's Needs. The physical, emotional, medical, and educational needs. (4-6-23) 02. Continued Contact. The child's needs for continued contact with the birth parent(s) and other persons significant to the child. (4-6-23) 03. Racial, Ethnic, and Cultural Considerations. Under the Multiethnic Placement Act (MEPA), P.L. 103-382 and P.L. 104-188, 42 USC, Section 622, the child's racial, ethnic, cultural identity, heritage, and background may only be considered if a written assessment indicates that such consideration is in the best interest of the child. (4-6-23) 04. Authorized Placement on Approved Recommendations. The agency must require authorization by a chief administrator or case manager supervisor after the recommendations of approval are given by a case manager. The approval or denial must be documented in the case record. (4-6-23) 05. Placement. An agency will place a child with agency-approved adoptive parents consistent with the recommendations specified in the home study and the needs of the child. (4-6-23) IDAHO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE IDAPA 16.04.18 Department of Health and Welfare Children’s Agencies & Residential Licensing Section 375 Page 28