NCA Membership National Children’s Alliance Department of Member Relations & Grants Irina V. Hein Director of Member Relations & Grants

Webinar Agenda Review NCA membership model for CACs Draw comparison and highlight the main difference between the requirements, application process and opportunities for funding within each membership category (specific focus on Satellite membership)

Original NCA Membership Structure for Centers (linear) Accredited Membership Associate Membership

Current NCA Membership Structure for Centers Accredited Membership Associate/Developing Membership Satellite Membership Affiliate Membership

Total CAC Membership 2014

Comparison of Requirements Between Associate and Affiliate Membership Associate Membership Functioning MDT with representation from Law Enforcement, Child Protective Services, Prosecution, Medical, Mental Health and Victim Advocacy MDT case review conducted on a regularly scheduled basis, and attended by all MDT representative disciplines Letter of recommendation from the Chapter in their jurisdiction (if applicable) Signed interagency agreement and MDT protocols Facility designated for interviews of children Working toward implementing all standards for Accreditation Affiliate Membership Functioning MDT with representation from Law Enforcement, Child Protective Services, and Prosecution (NCA strongly encourages the representation and participation of Medical, Mental Health and Victim Advocacy) MDT case review conducted on a regularly scheduled basis, and attended by all MDT representative disciplines Letter of recommendation from the Chapter in their jurisdiction (if applicable) Signed interagency agreement and MDT protocols Child forensic interviews are conducted in a neutral and child-focused setting.

NCA Membership To learn more about NCA membership and download the application materials and requirements, go to the website at nationalchildrensalliance.org, click on “Join” on the top navigation bar, then select “Membership Types”. There you will see all the membership levels with information about the standards and how to apply.

Comparison between Accredited and Satellite Membership: Requirements Accredited Membership Must meet ALL 10 Standards for Accreditation: Multidisciplinary Team, Cultural Competency, Forensic Interviews, Victim Support and Advocacy, Medical Evaluation, Mental Health, Case Review, Case Tracking, Organizational Capacity, Child Focused Setting Satellite Membership The Satellite must have a child focused setting/facility and provide onsite forensic interviews and advocacy services. These three requirements must meet the NCA standards for accreditation. The Host CAC (holding NCA Accreditation) must be accredited prior to satellite application. And, the Host CAC is responsible for the application process of any satellite. The Host CAC must demonstrate coordination with its Chapter during the planning process. The Chapter must provide requested technical assistance to the Host CAC during the planning process. The Host CAC must demonstrate how the satellite links to their NCA- approved chapter growth plan and does not duplicate service coverage of any existing Accredited or Developing/Associate Center. The Host CAC must conduct a needs assessment and feasibility survey which must demonstrate local support and outcomes. The Host CAC must demonstrate governance of the satellite site. The Satellite CAC must have the capacity for the provision of medical and mental health services on-site or through linkages in the local community. Host CAC must demonstrate agreements (MOUs) with partner agency representatives from the Satellite CAC service area. The Host CAC must demonstrate case review and tracking systems that identify children specific to the Satellite location. The Satellite must demonstrate designated staff that coordinates the response and provision of services. The Host CAC must remain in good standing with NCA, inclusive of its Satellite.

Comparison between Accredited and Satellite: Application Process Accredited Membership Currently, NCA is requiring online submissions of the Accreditation applications. To obtain a link to the website, On the online application site, you will have complete an Organizational Information page, upload all Narratives and Attachments, and upload a signed License and Accreditation Agreement. All these documents are accessible in the online application system. Mail application fee check to NCA office. The CAC will receive an confirmation of the submission. The CAC will be contacted by NCA for their Site Review date and information. New applications for accreditation are received on an ongoing basis. Applications are approved 3 times a year at NCA Board Meeting. Submit reaccreditation package every 5 th year. Satellite Membership All submissions are required to be on a jump drive and mailed to NCA to be reviewed In the jump drive will be your Application Cover Page, Narrative Questions, and Attachments. All documents and instructions are available on the NCA website: membership-application membership-application Mail application fee check to NCA office. The CAC will receive an confirmation of the submission. The CAC will be contacted by an NCA Program Associate to schedule a series of conference calls with NCA representatives and the Satellite management staff, MDT from the Satellite service area, Chapter representative and senior leadership of the Staff and Board from the Host Agency. New applications are received on an ongoing basis. Applications are approved on an ongoing basis After the original approval of the application and acquiring of membership status, the documentation will be included in the reaccreditation cycle of the Host agency and be reviewed as part of their reaccreditation process.

Ongoing Membership Requirement for Satellites All Satellite Members are required to submit statistical data including the number of children seen, their demographics and services provided every 6 months. All statistical data specific to the Satellite location must be submitted online through NCAtrak. The deadlines for submissions are July 15th and January 15th.

How to apply for Satellite Membership On the NCA website, click on Join-> Membership Types-> and select Application under Satellite Membership to download the Satellite Membership Application.

Satellite Narrative

Satellite Attachments

Chapter Role in Satellite Process Membership Application ▫Required recommendation and assistance from your Chapter:  Questions on Narrative  “Please provide information on how the new Satellite links to the NCA-approved chapter growth plan and does not duplicate service coverage of any existing Accredited, associate/developing or affiliate center.”  “In order to process your application for Satellite membership, a letter of recommendation from an NCA chapter in your state is required. This letter must directly reference the applicant’s readiness for Satellite membership. You may also include letters of recommendation from Accredited NCA members, a member of the NCA Board of Directors, or the Director of your Regional Children’s Advocacy Center, but these will not supplant the required letter from the NCA chapter. (However, If your state does not have an NCA recognized chapter, a letter from your Regional CAC will suffice.)”  The Chapter representative will be requested to participate in a conference call with NCA staff and the agency representative. Grant Application ▫Program Development- Chapter must submit letter of recommendation for the Host CAC application supporting their work to apply for Satellite Membership

Regional CAC Role in Satellite Process Provide technical assistance to the applying entities for any needed trainings, sample documents, consultations, etc. Western Regional Toolkit for NCA Satellite Membership- Providing required letter of recommendation in those states in which there is no NCA recognized Chapter

Resources Western Regional Toolkit

All Membership Dues/Fees for 2015

Considerations for Applying for Satellite Membership with NCA The Host CAC is stable, in good standing with NCA and the provision of services meets the accreditation requirements. The Satellite member could be developed within the existing service area of the host CAC in order to: ▫Decrease/make management the travel time for clients ▫Provide full scope of services to underserved areas ▫Improve the provision of services in those areas by establishing stronger ties with the local community and thus enhancing the funding opportunities  Example: an existing host agency that is covering 17 counties and requesting opening 2 Satellite centers that will cover the furthest counties The Satellite member could be developed outside the existing service area of the host CAC in order to: ▫To provide services to previously unserved areas

Member Benefits for CACs Collaboration and information-sharing through the Listserve(s) Discount to the annual Leadership Conference Eligibility for financial support through competitive grants Ability to purchase NCAtrak, a national data collection system developed specifically for CACs Member resources in the members only section of the NCA website Free online training: Child Victim Web, NCA webinars Customizable PR Awareness Campaign materials Participation in Outcome Measurement System to improve performance and benchmark results Access to CACip, the Children's Advocacy Center insurance program for Comprehensive Insurance Coverage* Weekly Washington updates and newsletters Accredited, Associate/Developing, Affiliate and Satellite

Available Funding Through NCA Accredited ▫Sub-awards through the Chapter Tier funding ▫Eligible to apply for competitive grant funding under the 2014 grant categories  Program Improvement- Mental and Medical Focus- max award $20,000  CSEC- max award $25,000  CAC Response to States without a Chapter- max award $15,000 Associate ▫Eligible to apply for competitive grant funding under the 2014 grant categories  Program Improvement- Mental and Medical Focus- max award $20,000 Affiliate ▫Eligible to apply for competitive grant funding under the 2014 grant categories Max award amount  Program Improvement- Mental and Medical Focus- max award $20,000 Satellite ▫Host CAC is eligible to apply for competitive funding under the 2014 grant categories  Program Development- (designed for working towards Satellite Membership with NCA) max award $25,000