Kinship Support Services Program

The County of Riverside's Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) is seeking proposals for the Kinship Support Services Program (KSSP), which aims to provide support services to relative caregivers of children in Riverside County. The program's goals include reducing stress, increasing family social support, and providing resources to promote child safety and permanency. The selected vendor will be responsible for delivering various services, including case management, mentoring, counseling, and educational support. The contract has a maximum funding allowable of $250,000 annually through June 30, 2022. • The program targets relative caregivers who reside in Riverside County and are in need of kinship support services. • The vendor must provide a comprehensive needs assessment and deliver services accordingly. • The program's outcomes will be measured using various assessment tools, including the Perceived Stress Scale and the Family Support Scale. • The vendor must have access to Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access applications for program evaluation and reporting. • The contract requires the vendor to submit monthly reports and participate in program evaluation.