Tribe: Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe
Family Protection Plan
16.02.24 Suggested Family Protection Plan
The Indian Child Welfare Worker shall prepare a written plan describing
all reasonable and appropriate alternatives for caring for the child and
assisting his or her family. It shall explain why the plan is necessary and
its benefits to the child and the family. It shall fully explain any
recommendations for out-of-home placement of the child. The
professional opinions of all persons consulted shall be included, including
the Port Gamble S’Klallam Child Support Program’s recommendation, if
any, regarding establishment or modification of child support. The Indian
Child Welfare Worker shall file the report with the Court and provide
copies to all parties at least five (5) days before any hearing on the Family
Protection Plan.
16.02.25 Other Suggested Plans
Any person who is involved with a child in need of care case may prepare
his or her recommendations to the Court in the form of a Family
Protection Plan. Copies shall be provided to all parties to the case prior to
any hearing on the Plan.
16.02.26 Hearing to Decide the Family Protection Plan
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16.02.27 Court Ordered Family Protection Plan (Disposition)
If a child is in need of care, the Court shall order a Plan for his or her
protection and well-being. The Plan shall either allow the child to remain
with his or her parent, guardian, or custodian or order an out-of-home
placement consistent with the placement preferences in section 16.02.17.
The Court may make any placement conditional on compliance with its
orders.
The Court shall make any other orders necessary for the protection and
well-being of the child and family. Such orders may include but are not
limited to: restraining orders; evaluation and treatment (including
involuntary residential treatment) of substance abuse, mental illness, and
emotional disturbance; parenting classes; mandatory school attendance;
visitation orders; child support orders; and other services or activities for
the benefit of the child and his or her family. In those cases where
collection of child support would be detrimental to the well being of the
child, there shall be a $0 child support.
16.02.28 Review Hearings
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16.02.29 Planned Living Arrangement Hearing
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