Preventive Services for Youth Program

2026-11-03

BACKGROUND : The Tompkins County Department of Social Services ( hereinafter the " Department ") provides Mandated Preventive Services to support youth ages 7 – 18 and their families who are at risk of foster care placement , including situations where removal from the home may be considered . These services are designed to strengthen family functioning , promote safe and healthy home and community environments , and support youth safety , permanency , and well - being . Mandated Preventive Services play a critical role in preventing foster care placements while helping families build the skills , supports , and connections they need to remain intact . Services are delivered in partnership with schools , community organizations , informal supports , and other service providers to maximize youth opportunities for long - term stability , growth , and community integration . PURPOSE OF REQUEST : The Department is seeking qualified applicants ( hereinafter the “ Applicant ”) to deliver community - based preventive services to youth ages 7 – 18 and their families who are referred by the Department . The Preventive Services for Youth Program ( formerly the Dispositional Alternatives Program , or DAP ) is designed to prevent foster care placement , strengthen family functioning , and support youth and families in achieving measurable improvements in safety , stability , and community integration . Eligible youth and families are those at risk of foster care placement and who may require support for behavioral , social , or mental health challenges . The Applicant must demonstrate the ability to initiate services promptly upon contract execution , including timely intake , referral processes , and deployment of staff to begin delivering programming without delay . This funding opportunity will beginJune 1 , 2026 , and continue through December 31 , 2026 . It may be renewable based on performance and available funding upon mutual written agreement . See more

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