CAASP Documentation Standards 2

Question 1

Under CASSP principles, which element must be documented first when opening a new case for a child with serious emotional disturbance?

Accepted Answer

Child's strengths and assets

Answer

CASSP's strengths-based approach requires documenting the child's strengths and assets at the outset of any service planning process.

Question 2

When documenting a child's cultural background in a CAASP-aligned system of care, which practice is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Record ethnicity as reported by the family using their own terminology

Answer

Culturally competent documentation requires capturing the family's self-identified terminology to honor their perspective and avoid misrepresentation.

Question 3

A wraparound facilitator needs to document a team meeting. Which component is REQUIRED in the meeting notes?

Accepted Answer

Decisions made and action steps with assigned responsible parties

Answer

Meeting notes must capture decisions and action steps with named responsible parties so the plan remains accountable and actionable.

Question 4

How frequently should a child's individualized service plan (ISP) be formally reviewed and documented in most CAASP-model programs?

Accepted Answer

At least every 90 days or when significant changes occur

Answer

ISPs should be reviewed at least quarterly (every 90 days) and whenever significant changes in the child's status or goals occur.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'natural supports' in the context of documenting a child's service plan?

Accepted Answer

Unpaid community and family members who provide ongoing support

Answer

Natural supports are informal, unpaid individuals such as relatives, neighbors, and community members documented as part of the child's support network.

(CAASP) Child and Adolescent Service System Program Practice Test

(CAASP) Child and Adolescent Service System Program Practice Test

CAASP Documentation Standards 2