DIVISION OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS)
Provide quality preventative child welfare services, that ensure the protection of children and the preservation of families in a culturally appropriate manner.
Eligibility Criteria: Tribal member or community member residing within the service area of the reservation.
Contact
Toll-Free: 888-258-8903
Phone: 509-606-2018
Emergency after hours: 258-4400
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
If you suspect Child Abuse and/or Neglect – REPORT
DCFS Case Managers
Investigate and assess the risk of imminent harm and/or danger to children. Interview children, adults and collateral contacts to assess the degree of risk, as well as assess which services may be necessary. Provides crisis intervention services and counseling to children and families that are goal-directed, task centered and time limited. Develop and implement case plan or service plan. Provide support counseling for victims of abuse and neglect. Assess placement needs and coordinate services for foster parents, foster children and birth parents. Supervise visitation and assist with transportation.
Vacant
DCFS Director
Ext. 625
Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Tishina LeBret
Lead ICW Social Worker
Ext. 612
Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Kaitlyn Richard
ICW Social Worker
Ext. 613
Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Dakota Lukas
ICW Social Worker
Ext. 614
Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm