Mandated Reporter

Who is a Mandated Reporter?

Mandated reporters are persons who, as a result of their profession, are more likely to be aware of abuse or neglect of children, persons with disabilities, or elders. Being a mandated reporter means that by law  you must report any suspected abuse of a child, dependent adult or elder immediately to the county Adult Protective Services (APS) or Child Welfare Services (CWS).

 

Resources & Links

Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training/Information: www.mandatedreporterca.com

Adult & Elder Abuse Mandated Reporting Training

Mandated Reporter Flyer (English)/Mandated Reporter Flyer (Spanish)

Mandated Reporting of Financial Abuse (English)/Mandated Reporting of Financial Abuse (Spanish)

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Social Services

Child Hotline Information:

  • If you suspect there is an emergency requiring immediate intervention, call 911
  • To report suspected child abuse or neglect call the 24 hour Child Abuse Hotline at (805) 781-KIDS (5437) or toll free 1-800-834-KIDS (5437)

Adult Hotline Information:

  • If you suspect there is an emergency requiring immediate intervention, call 911
  • To report suspected elder abuse or neglect call the Adult Services Hotline at (805) 781-1790 during regular business hours, or after business hours call (844) 729-8011
  • Mandated Reporter