AFSS SERVICE LEVELS & CRITERIA

 

Below is a clear and comprehensive table outlining the five levels of supervised visitation services, including optional screening, tailored to your specifications. It describes each level’s purpose, eligibility criteria, and the supervisor’s responsibilities. In ongoing visitation where agencies, courts, or parties agree, the visitation agreement can be amended to reduce the supervision level of service, but only with consent of A.F.S.S. 


SERVICE LEVEL TABLE:



  • LEVEL 1 - STANDARD SUPERVISION

    PURPOSE & CRITERIA:


    Baseline supervision for visits where no significant risk factors are present. If the non-custodial parent is NOT currently subject to a domestic violence protective order (DVPO) , been subject to a DVPO in the previous 48 months prior to application for services, OR has been charged, convicted, or is pending charges for any crimes listed in Alaska Statute 18.66.990(3), the non-custodial parent meets criteria for this supervision level. 


    SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:


    • Monitor interactions at all times.

    • Ensure safe environment.

    • Document start/end times, activities, and any relevant observations.

    • Report concerns to caseworkers/parties.

    • Follow A.F.S.S. safety protocols.


  • LEVEL 2 - DOMESTIC VIOLENCE (Child Non-Victim)

    PURPOSE / CRITERIA


    When there's a current short-term protective order (DVPO or Stalking PO) in place listing the custodial parent as the petitioner and the non-custodial parent as the respondent. Any allegations of domestic violence or stalking must exclude any of the children subject to the visitation plan as victims or witnesses listed in the DVPO or Stalking PO pettitions. 


    SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITYIES: 


    • Ensure compliance with protective orders.

    • Prevent contact between parents outside visit context.

    • Observe child–parent interactions for signs of distress.

    • Verify identity and maintain safety protocols.

    • Document any boundary issues.


  • LEVEL 3 - CHILD VICTIM OF DV (Physical / Sexual Assaut)

    PURPOSE / CRITERIA


    Required when the non-custodial parent was or is a respondent or criminal defendant, and the children involved in the visitation plan have been victims of physical or sexual assault, or victims of any crime involving domestic violence as listed in AS 18.66.990(3) OR if the non-custodial parent has been convicted of a crime listed in AS 11.71.010 – AS 11.71.030 within the last 48 months. If drugs and/or alcohol were a factor listed in any criminal complaint relative to the children being victims of the above mentioned crimes, Drug & Alcohol Screening is MANDATORY prior to any visitation.

    Absent a court order directing supervised visitation, and in all cases where there are open C.I.N.A. cases, or in cases where children are victims of any felony assault, coordination with OCS, ICWA, or Mental Health Practitioners providing victim services to the children must be consulted and consent to visitation at any level where the child subject to the visitation application is a victim. 



    SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES


    • Maintain heightened observation.

    • Report signs of trauma or distress.

    • Enforce zero-tolerance for inappropriate behavior.

    • Facilitate trauma-informed, age-appropriate activities.

    • Coordinate with therapists, OCS / ICWA case workers, and/or Courts when applicable.


  • LEVEL 4 - VIRTUAL SUPERVISION

    PURPOSE / CRITERIA


    For virtual-only contact (e.g., Skype, Zoom), either in conjunction with or instead of in-person visits.

    In any case where the non-custodial parent meets any conditions listed in the “Purpose/When Required” section of Level 3, Drug & Alcohol Screening is MANDATORY prior to any visitation.




    SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES


    • Confirm technology setup (audio/video clarity).

    • Ensure privacy and prevent unauthorized recording.

    • Monitor live interactions and take screenshots if needed.

    • Maintain heightened observation.

    • Report signs of trauma or distress.

    • Enforce zero-tolerance for inappropriate behavior.

    • Facilitate trauma-informed, age-appropriate activities.

    • Coordinate with therapists, OCS / ICWA case workers, and/or Courts when applicable.


    • Document any concerns or interruptions.

    • Provide technical support.


  • LEVEL 5 - SUPERVISED EXCHANGES

    PURPOSE - CRITERIA


    Used solely for handoffs where parents do not require ongoing visit supervision, but safe exchange is needed for any reason. 


    SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES


    • Observe drop-off and pick-up.

    • Verify identities of both parents and children.

    • Check for unsafe items or behaviors.

    • Escort children safely.

    • Document presence/absence, timeliness, and any concerns.

    • Coordinate with therapists, OCS / ICWA case workers, and/or Courts when applicable.



  • DRUG / ALCOHOL SCREENING

    PURPOSE / CRITERIA


    Applies when there is concern about substance use by the non custodial parent, regardless of service level.


    SCREENER RESPONSIBILITIES


    • Administer or coordinate tests (urine, oral fluids, breath test (PBT),  etc.).

    • Record test type, date/time/results.

    • Deny visit if test fails.

    • Ensure secure chain of custody.

    • Notify caseworkers/court/agency if positive or refused.