Family Support Mentors

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare's Division of Child Youth and Family Services is seeking qualified providers to deliver mentoring services aimed at supporting biological parents whose children have been removed or are at risk of removal due to safety concerns. The contract, titled "Family Support Mentors," has a fixed value of approximately $59,994 and is open for responses until July 10, 2025. The initiative focuses on enhancing parental capacity and stability through targeted mentorship, ultimately aiming to improve child safety outcomes and facilitate family reunification or stability. This solicitation is part of the state's broader efforts to strengthen family preservation and child welfare services within Idaho. Interested vendors can access detailed information and submit their proposals through the provided online portal. The contract emphasizes collaboration with service providers capable of delivering effective, evidence-based mentoring programs tailored to the needs of at-risk families, aligning with the department’s mission to promote safe, stable, and nurturing environments for children and their families.