Florida Child Welfare Case Manager Certification Practice Exam

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What must the DCF do if reunification is unlikely within 12 months of removal?

  1. Start a second case plan

  2. Extend the current case plan

  3. Terminate the case

  4. None of the above

The correct answer is: Start a second case plan

The Family Court system follows the best interest of the child, which includes promoting a safe, stable, and permanent home environment. If the current case plan for reunification is unlikely to be completed within 12 months, it is important for the DCF to start a second case plan to explore alternative options for the child's permanent placement. This could include termination of parental rights or placement with a relative or adoptive family. Extending the current case plan would not address the time-sensitive nature of the child's need for a permanent home, and terminating the case would leave the child without any support or oversight from the DCF. Therefore, starting a second case plan would best serve the child's best interest in this situation.