This letter transmits one amended rule reflecting updates as a result of changes needed to allow access for specified private agency staff. This rule will be effective October 1, 2015. The following is a brief explanation of the changes:
OAC rule 5101:2-33-70, entitled "Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS) access" provides guidance to agencies regarding access, use, and training on the confidential information contained within the SACWIS system. Paragraph (B) was added to clarify when data may be accessed in the SACWIS system. Paragraph (I)(13) was revised to correct the name of the National Child Abuse and Neglect Data System. Paragraph (N) was added to allow staff who are employed as Wendy's Wonderful Kids recruiters for agencies other than the custodial agency to have direct access to the SACWIS system.
INSTRUCTIONS: The following chart identifies the material that should be removed from the Family, Children and Adult Services Manual (FCASM) and the material that should be added.
LOCATION | REMOVE AND FILE AS OBSOLETE | INSERT/REPLACEMENT |
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Adoption | 5101:2‑33‑70 | OAC 5101:2‑33‑70 |
TRANSMITTALS | | FCASMTL No. 350 |