Preventive Services - Department of Social Services

The Saratoga County Department of Social Services is seeking proposals for a home-based intensive foster care prevention and reunification program. The program will provide intensive case management, therapeutic recreation/respite, and social support to families as identified and referred by Saratoga County Children and Family Services. The selected provider will deliver evidence-based and best-practice preventive services designed to reduce juvenile justice system involvement, improve family functioning, and promote youth well-being. The services will be delivered in accordance with state and local policies, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards. • The program will provide services to youth under 18 and their families, including intake and assessment, family engagement and support, crisis intervention and case management, preventive interventions, reentry and transition support, cultural competency and language access, data collection and reporting, and community knowledge and resources. • The team providing direct services must possess relevant qualifications, including experience working with families and children involved in child welfare and/or juvenile justice systems, trauma-informed care training, and cultural competence. • The contractor will be responsible for providing a range of intensive preventive and supportive services to youth and families, and will be required to submit regular reports and participate in ongoing monitoring and evaluation.