Description
The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) is seeking applicants to provide Residential Treatment Center (RTC) services for unaccompanied children. The purpose of this project is to fund organizations that demonstrate an ability to provide high-quality and child-centered residential care that ensures children’s safety and well-being. Key responsibilities include providing comprehensive on-site services, such as education, case management, counseling, and access to medical services. Applicants must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and ORR requirements, including licensing and accreditation requirements. The project period is 48 months, and the estimated funding is $50,000,000.
Some of the key services that must be provided include:
• Culturally appropriate meals and snacks
• Several sets of new clothing and personal grooming items
• Accessibility to persons with disabilities
• Transportation to immigration courts, pro bono legal services, airports, and service providers
• Designated common areas, spaces for recreation, education, and case management
• Confidential spaces for counseling, health services, and attorney meetings
• A security system, with alarms and video monitoring to protect children and prevent unauthorized entrance and exit