Protective Supervision / CBKN receives referrals from the Department of Children and Families child protective investigation (CPI) units in Clay and Baker County. CPI has the responsibility for investigating allegations of child abuse, neglect, and abandonment. CBKN has the responsibility for the provision of services. |
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Once the family is referred to CBKN by the CPI unit, trained professionals meet directly with individuals or family members to identify the cause of their difficulties. Counselors involve the family in creating realistic solutions to resolve the issues identified during the investigation. |
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Services may include working with a family services counselor to resolve conflicts and improve communication between family members, becoming involved in a parenting class to learn behavior management strategies, participating in a children’s therapy group to enhance self- esteem and improve coping skills, or receiving intensive in-home therapy to overcome a family crisis. |
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Protective supervision services can be voluntary or court ordered. Voluntary supervison is offered to families in situations where the child is at low risk for future maltreatment. Court ordered services are necessary in situations where the risk of further maltreatment is present. |
