Domestic Violence
Clinton County Social Services contracts with Behavioral Health Services North's Stop Domestic Violence Program for both residential and non-residential services for victims of domestic violence.
A Social Services caseworker functions as the agency's domestic violence liaison to meet with victims of domestic violence identified by temporary assistance (TANF), Medicaid or Food Stamps staff. Services include:
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Assess the impact of domestic violence on applicant or recipients ability to comply with regulations |
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Recommend a waiver for temporary assistance program requirements when safety is an issue |
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Reassess waiver eligibility periodically |
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Provide appropriate counseling and referrals |
Services are provided without regard to income.