Child Protective Services - Otter Tail County Department of Human Services
Accepts and responds to and/or investigates reports of child abuse, neglect, or abandonment. Services may include: - Accepting reports of abuse - Assessment of the initial referral - Consultation to individuals who suspect abuse - Consultation with the family to determine the nature of the problem - Dependency investigation - Ongoing support services for children and their families - Temporary placement of children who are removed from the home - Works with the family toward unification or reunification NOTE: In addition to taking reports, child protection screeners are available to explain the reporting statutes, answer questions regarding agency practices and discuss other resources and strategies when reports do not meet criteria for assignment for child protection investigation.
Categories
Last assured
02/16/2024
Physical Address
118 North Main Avenue, New York Mills, MN 56567
Hours
- 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday - After Hours and Holidays: contact Otter Tail County Sheriff
Voice
Website
Application process
Call
Required documents
Confidential report; name and address of minor child, caregiver(s), alleged perpetrator; verbal/written report of nature and extent of suspected abuse/neglect along with date and time
Eligibility
Children who have been abused or neglected or who are at risk of being abused or neglected and their families; serves Otter Tail County
Service area
Otter Tail County, MN
Agency info
Otter Tail County Department of Human Services
Provides an array of financial and social services to maintain or enhance the quality of life for Otter Tail County residents.