Choose one university-based model, discuss the model thoroughly, the goals of the model, processes within the CFA model, important components of the model.

Question

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Answer 1

The University of North Carolina: Child/Family Evaluation Program (CFEP) was developed at the North Carolina Program on Childhood Trauma and Maltreatment, and was then adopted by the state to be used in all child and family evaluations. The goal of this model is to assist CPS workers in decision-making, and is typically reserved for more complex cases. It must be completed in 8-10 weeks and is conducted by a mental health professional external to the system. The model is forensically informed, and the focus is put on the child who is interviewed at least two times. Background material is reviewed along with any standardized measures, and collateral interviews are conducted. There may or may not be a parent-child observation. The goals are to determine the likelihood of maltreatment, assess for safety and risk, assess for emotional or behavioral problems, and make recommendations about appropriate treatment and other interventions. The model admonishes the evaluator to consider multiple hypotheses, corroborate information whenever possible, and avoid placing weight on third party information.