Mandatory Reporting

Mandatory Reporting

<p> Milwaukee County Date Issued: Date Revised: Section: Policy No: Pages: Behavioral Health Division WRAPAROUND 6/21/01 ADMINISTRATION 034 1 of 1 MILWAUKEE Effective Date: Subject:</p><p>Policy & Procedure 1/1/02 MANDATORY REPORTING</p><p>I. POLICY</p><p>According to Wisconsin Statute 48.981 (2), Wraparound Milwaukee Care Coordinators are considered to be Mandatory Reporters of any suspected, reported or observed neglect or abuse.</p><p>II. PROCEDURE</p><p>A. The Wraparound Milwaukee Care Coordinator should discuss his/her role as a Mandatory Reporter with all families upon enrollment.</p><p>B. The Care Coordinator must report suspected, reported or observed neglect and/or physical, sexual and emotional abuse by calling 220-SAFE (7233) immediately.</p><p>C. The Police should be contacted if the situation requires immediate intervention.</p><p>D. The Care Coordinator should inform the family of his/her intention to make a referral as soon as possible. The Care Coordinator should explain the process and potential investigation.</p><p>E. The Care Coordinator must complete the appropriate documentation, i.e. Progress Notes and/or Critical Incident forms (when abuse has been reported or observed) in a timely manner.</p><p>Reviewed & Approved by: Bruce Kamradt, Director</p><p>DJ – 7/7/04 – Mandatory Reporting P&P</p>

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