Referral To Child Support Services

The Department will refer the parent(s) to the Bureau of Child Support Services for support payment arrangements. (3-15-22) 01. Assignment of Child Support. The Department through the Bureau of Child Support Services will secure assignment of any support due to the child while in alternate care. Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits are specifically aimed at meeting the child’s needs and therefore will follow the child in placement and the Department must request to be named payee for all funds for placements extending over thirty (30) days. (3-15-22) 02. Collection of Child Support. The Department must take action to collect any child support ordered in a divorce or custody decree. (7-1-25) MEDICAL AND DENTAL FOR CHILDREN IN OUT-OF-HOME CARE (Sections 442-479)