CWS Youth Empowerment Services (YES)

The State of Hawaii, Department of Human Services, Social Services Division, is seeking proposals from qualified applicants to provide CWS Youth Empowerment Services (YES) statewide. The services provided under this contract will support the overall goals of the YES services, which include systemic improvement of Child Welfare Services (CWS) in supporting and promoting the successful transition of youth currently or formerly in foster care or otherwise involved in the child welfare system to independent self-sufficiency or the successful reunification with birth family or other permanency arrangements. The scope of work includes establishment and maintenance of the Youth Advisory Council, providing outreach and supportive services, and facilitation of the Foster Care Grievance Process. • The contract will be for a period of one year, with an annual cost of $300,000. • The applicant must demonstrate knowledge and methods in meeting service goals and fulfilling service provider responsibilities. • The applicant must also provide a proposed budget and financial audit. • The evaluation process will be conducted in three phases, with a total of 100 points possible.