TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDRENS SERVICES

The Tennessee Department of Children’s Services is a public agency based in Nashville, Tennessee. The agency employs 839 individuals and generates $1,000 million in revenue. The Department of Children’s Services focuses on protecting children and supporting families. Their primary functions include investigating reports of child abuse and neglect, managing Tennessee's foster-care system, and facilitating permanency solutions for children in care, such as reunification with families or adoption. Additionally, the agency's Juvenile Justice division assists youth who have been adjudicated delinquent. A core aspect of the department's mission is collaboration. They work closely with numerous private providers and community partners across Tennessee to ensure comprehensive support for children and families. For more information, visit tn.gov/dcs.html.