Code of Massachusetts Regulations
110 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Title 110 CMR 5.00 - Assessment
Section 5.01 - Introduction
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) Assessment is the process of gathering and evaluating information regarding a family or individual's situation, in order to determine:
(2) After the assessment process, a written "Assessment" document shall be prepared by the social worker, in accordance with a standard format established by the Department. The assessment document shall include relevant information regarding the family's composition, the home environment, the family's financial situation, the family's functioning, and an evaluation of the family's general situation. The social worker shall inform the client of the assessment outcome.
(3) Assessment shall include:
(4) During the course of the assessment process, the social worker shall establish an initial relationship with the client and shall respond to the client's immediate needs, including authorizing any immediately necessary services for the client and providing any necessary casework services.