DMCW - Open Records Requests

Open Records Requests

Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare (DMCW)

Please see below for instructions on how to request Child Protective Services (CPS) background checks and how to request personal CPS records.

DMCW - OHC Provider Information

Out-of-Home Care Provider Information

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Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare

The following includes placement information and resources for agencies providing out-of-home care for children and youth.

The Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare (DMCW) contracts with the out-of-home care providers to provide placement resources for children/youth in Milwaukee County and served by the child welfare system.

DMCW - Information for Residential Care Centers (RCC)

Residential Care Center

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Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare

Information for Agencies licensed through DCF 52

You must be licensed as a Residential Care Center (RCC) for placement of children under a Child in Need of Protection and Services (CHIPS) order before requesting a contract with DMCW.

DMCW - Level 3-5 Treatment Foster Care

Level 3-5 Treatment Foster Care

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Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare

Information for Child Placing Agencies, DCF 56

You must be licensed as a Child Placing Agency (CPA) for placement of children under a Child in Need of Protection and Services (CHIPS) order before requesting a contract with DMCW.

DMCW - Career Information

Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare Careers

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The Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare (DMCW) offers many opportunities for you to serve children and families in our community.

Our Mission is to have safe children and healthy families in Milwaukee County.