1.   Prior to approval of the overnight stay, the procedures in (1) through (3) are followed.  The CW worker:

(1) determines that travel will not interfere with family visitation, court dates, or other essential case situations;

(2) obtains the destination address and telephone number, and the return date; and

(3) if the travel is out-of-state or country, completes Form 04FC006E, Travel and Medical Authorization, and provides the form to the placement provider, approved individual, or child.  This form is in the possession of the placement provider, approved individual, or child during the travel.

(A) If the child is in emergency or temporary custody, the signature of the parent(s) is obtained on Form 04FC006E.  If the signature of the parent(s) cannot be obtained and the court of jurisdiction does not require notification, the signature of the county director or designee is acceptable.  Efforts to obtain the signature of the parent(s) are documented in the KIDS Contacts screen.