DIFFERENTIAL RESPONSE (DR) SERVICES

The County of Riverside is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide Differential Response (DR) Services for the County's Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) Children Family Services (CFS). The DR program aims to provide flexible and individualized services to families with low to moderate risk or safety threats, with the goal of preventing future referrals and entry into the formal Child Welfare System. The selected contractor will be expected to provide services such as assessment, case planning, and service linkage, as well as participate in program evaluation and outcome measurement. Key principles of the DR program include flexibility, family engagement, and early intervention. The program's objectives include ensuring child safety, reducing the number of children detained, and increasing community involvement and service linkage. • The DR program will serve families with closed investigative and evaluated out referrals to prevent future referrals and entry into the formal Child Welfare System. • The program will incorporate evidence-based practices and outcome-based measures. • The County anticipates between 300-1,000 referrals annually, with varying referral volume. • The contractor will be expected to provide services in accordance with the program's key principles and objectives. • The contract will be for a period of one year, with the possibility of renewal.