Child Welfare Services
Child welfare programs play a crucial role in protecting children and supporting families, navigating a complex landscape of services, providers, and funding requirements. We partner with government agencies to enhance program integrity, improve compliance, and deliver actionable insights, empowering them to create more effective and accountable systems that foster better outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Strengthening Oversight, Compliance, & Outcomes Across Child Welfare Systems
Child welfare programs serve vulnerable children and families through a challenging network of services, providers, and funding streams. Agencies are responsible for ensuring child safety, supporting permanency and well-being, and maintaining compliance with federal and state requirements, all within highly regulated and resource-intensive environments.
We support state and local agencies in administering and overseeing child welfare programs, strengthening program integrity, improving compliance, and bolstering effective service delivery. Our work is performed exclusively on behalf of government agencies, providing independent, objective support across financial management, program oversight, and operational performance.
Where We Support Child Welfare Programs
Child welfare programs require strong oversight to ensure services are delivered appropriately and funds are used in accordance with federal and state requirements.
We support agencies in evaluating compliance across providers, services, and administrative processes, helping identify risks, strengthen controls, and improve accountability across program operations.
Child welfare systems involve detailed and intricate eligibility determinations, placement decisions, and service authorizations that must align with program requirements and funding rules.
We assist agencies in reviewing eligibility and placement processes, validating service authorization and documentation, and identifying inconsistencies or risks that might affect compliance and funding.
Child welfare programs rely on multiple federal funding sources, including Title IV-E and other federal and state funding streams, each with specific requirements for claiming, reporting, and documentation.
We support agencies in strengthening financial oversight, validating claims, and ensuring compliance with federal funding requirements, thus helping improve accuracy, transparency, and defensibility in program financing.
Child welfare services are delivered through a diverse network of providers, including foster care agencies, residential providers, and community-based organizations.
We assist agencies in monitoring provider performance, evaluating compliance with program requirements, and identifying risks related to service delivery, documentation, and billing practices.
Clear, reliable data is central to monitoring outcomes, supporting federal reporting, and identifying areas for program improvement.
We use data analytics to evaluate service utilization, placement trends, and program performance, helping agencies identify risks, improve decision-making, and strengthen oversight activities.
Child welfare programs are supported by federal grants and funding mechanisms that require ongoing compliance, reporting, and performance monitoring.
We assist agencies with grant compliance, financial tracking, and reporting, supporting alignment with federal requirements and effective use of program resources.
How This Work Connects Across Programs
Child welfare programs are deeply interconnected with other human services and healthcare systems, requiring a coordinated approach to ensure seamless service delivery and compliance.
We collaborate with government agencies to enhance program integrity, financial oversight, and data-driven decision-making, fostering stronger systems that improve outcomes for children and families. Our integrated approach helps agencies:
Our work is built on experience supporting government-funded health and human services programs. We bring expertise in program integrity, financial oversight, data analytics, and compliance alongside a practical understanding of child welfare systems and federal requirements.
As an independent firm, we work exclusively with government agencies, ensuring objective, conflict-free support aligned with public program priorities.
We help agencies strengthen child welfare programs through improved oversight, accurate financial and eligibility processes, and data-driven insights. Our focus is on supporting compliance, enhancing accountability, and helping agencies deliver effective services that improve outcomes for children and families.
Connect With Our Team
Partner with experts who understand the complexities of health and human services programs. Let us guide your organization through the industry’s unique challenges and opportunities.
Bobby Courtney, MA, MPH, JD
Principal
Email: bcourtney@mslc.com
Phone Number: 317-815-5475
Jerry Dubberly, PharmD
Principal
Email: jdubberly@mslc.com
Phone Number: 404-524-9519
Emily Wale, CPA, CFE
Member
Email: ewale@mslc.com
Phone Number: 317-815-5466
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