Mandated Reporting SOP

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    Abuse or Neglect

    You have reason to believe that child abuse or neglect has occurred (ex:  child disclosed to you or you recognize sighs of child abuse/neglect)

    Reports can also be made online at dcfsonlinereporting.dcfs.illinois.gov/ or by calling 800-252-2873.
    Attachments
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    Report Information

    Organize information for your report
    Checklist for Mandated Reporters


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    Call DCFS

    Call the hotline

    800-252-2873
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    Hotline call

    Call process
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    Case Reporting to DCFS

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    Supervisor

    Notify your supervisor that you made a call to DCFS
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    Investgation

    If the case if taken the investigation begins within 24 hours
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    Written reporting- Cants 5

    Written confirmation of the report is documented and sent within 48 hours to the local DCFS office
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    Allegation

    Investigator determines if the allegation is serious/safety concern for the child
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    Interview

    Investigator interviews you, family members, and other potential witnesses
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    Decision

    Investigator finds credible evidence that the perpetrator committed the child abuse/neglect
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    Findings

    Indicated findings sent to the school (report is confidential and is included in the temporary school record)
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    Follow Up Letter

    Mandated reporter will receive a letter informing you of the findings on a case you report
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    End