Corrective Action Plan –If MDCPS identifies a safety or non-safety deficiency that

Corrective Action Plan –If MDCPS identifies a safety or non-safety deficiency that needs to be addressed by the non-relative foster family, MDCPS will work with the family to develop a Corrective Action Plan (CAP) or request removal of the child/closure of home. 1. The Plan. A CAP is a formal document of needs that must be addressed by the non-relative foster family which: a. Identifies tasks the non-relative foster family or other participants must complete to reach the desired solution and a timeframe for completion of said tasks must be given. b. Can not extend beyond six (6) consecutive months unless renewal is in the best interest of the child placed in the home. The Licensure Specialist shall not renew the plan more than once and shall not allow the plan to extend beyond one (1) year. 2. Review of Plan. The following people must review and approve the CAP or any extensions within fourteen (14) calendar days of identifying the issue (Safety/Wellbeing specialist must approve if a child is placed in the home): a. Licensure Specialist; b. Foster Family; c. Licensure Supervisor; d. Safety/Wellbeing Specialist; e. Safety/Wellbeing Supervisor; and f. Licensure Manager 3. CAP Refusal. If the foster family refuses to agree with a CAP, the MDCPS will have cause to close the home and steps will be taken to find alternative placement for any foster child in the home. MDCPS will also notify the Court of the issues. A Notice of Action letter will be sent to the foster family within thirty (30) calendar days of this decision. If the child is allowed to remain in the home by way of court ordered placement, the placement will be changed, the home will be closed and the family will no longer receive any board payment for that child.