Certified Case Manager Practice Test

A case manager's agreement with parents about safety must focus on which of the following?

1. The parent’s financial situation

2. Legal issues regarding custody

3. The child’s developmental milestones

4. What changes must be made for child safety

The correct answer is: What changes must be made for child safety

The focus of a case manager's agreement with parents about safety must center on what changes must be made for child safety. This is crucial because the primary responsibility of the case manager is to ensure the well-being and safety of the child. The agreement should detail actionable steps that parents can take to create a safer environment for the child, which might include modifications in parenting practices, living conditions, or access to resources that enhance safety. While understanding a parent's financial situation, legal issues regarding custody, and the child's developmental milestones can provide important context and inform the case manager's approach, they do not directly address the immediate concern of child safety. Safety must be prioritized, and the changes needed to achieve a safe environment for the child are the most critical aspect of any agreement between the case manager and parents.