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Health and Human Services Agency recommending the Board:
1) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign Agreement for Services 4584 with The Center for Violence-Free Relationships, for the provision of therapeutic counseling and classes, in the amount of $200,000, for the term of three years from April 1, 2020 through March 31, 2023;
2) Make findings in accordance with County Ordinance 3.13.030 (C) that “due to the limited timeframes, temporary or occasional nature, or the schedule for the project or scope of work, the ongoing aggregate of work to be performed is not sufficient to warrant addition of permanent staff;” to provide the services outlined in the Agreement 4584 with The Center for Violence-Free Relationships; and
3) Authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute further documents relating to Agreement for Services 4584, including amendments which do not increase the maximum dollar amount or term of the Agreement, and contingent upon approval by County Counsel and Risk Management.
FUNDING: Federal and Realignment: 28% Federal; 72% Social Services Realignment.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND:
Pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Section 16501-16508, the Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) Child Welfare Services Program (CWS) is required to provide services to promote family reunification for children and families. CWS serves clients in need of therapeutic counseling classes, and related services on an “as requested” basis. Such services are designed to promote the well-being of children by ensuring safety, achieving permanency, and strengthening families to successfully care for their children.
The County of El Dorado has contracted with The Center for Violence-Free Relationships (The Center) since 2005. The Center offers services to women, men, teens, and children on the West Slope who are survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as programs for those needing to overcome patterns of abusive behavior and l...
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