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Health and Human Services Agency recommending the Board:
1) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign Agreement for Services 3741 with Scripps Psychological Associates, Inc. for the provision of psychological evaluation services, in the amount of $180,000 for the term of three years from May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2022;
2) Make findings in accordance with County Ordinance 3.13.030 that it is more economical and feasible to contract with Scripps Psychological Associates, Inc. for services provided under this Agreement 3741 because the County does not have the staff to perform said services; and
3) Authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute further documents relating to Agreement for Services 3741, 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: 35% Federal Funding, 65% 2011 Realignment: Funding sources are Foster Care - Title IV-E, and Social Services Realignment.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND:
Pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Section 16501-16508, the Health and Human Services Agency’s (HHSA) Child Welfare Services Program (CWS) is required to provide services to promote family reunification for children and families. 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.
In some cases, CWS clients are court-ordered to submit to psychological evaluations; therefore, HHSA maintains agreements with several vendors for the provision of psychological evaluations and related services. Choice of vendor is based upon the specific needs of each individual HHSA client. HHSA has contracted with Scripps Psychological Associates, Inc. (Scripps), since 2007 for the provision of psychological evaluation services. Approval of this Agreement will permit HHSA to maintain continuity of care for clien...
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