OCFS-0700B. Application for Certificate to Board Children

Form OCFS-0700B is a New York State Office of Children and Family Services form that is used to apply for a Certificate to Board Children. This form is designed to be completed by an individual or organization wishing to obtain a license to provide residential care services to children in New York State.

The parties involved in this form are the applicant, the local social services district, and the Office of Children and Family Services. The form consists of several parts which include information about the applicant, the proposed program, the site, and the services to be provided. Additionally, the form includes sections for the applicant's signature and that of a representative from the local social services district.

Important fields in this form include the applicant's name, address, and contact information, as well as the proposed program and services to be provided. Additionally, the form requires the applicant to provide letters of recommendation, a detailed description of the services they plan to provide, and a statement of their qualifications. Specific instructions for completing the form are included on the form itself, and it is important that all fields are completed accurately and honestly in order for the application to be considered.

An example of a situation where this form may be used is for an individual or organization wishing to open and operate a residential care home for children in New York State. The benefits of using this form include the ability to obtain the necessary license and approval from the Office of Children and Family Services to operate a residential care home for children.

Additional documents that may need to be filled out in order to complete the application include a detailed budget, a proposed organization chart, and a list of staff members and their qualifications. Other related forms include the OCFS-0700A and the OCFS-0700C, which are both used in the application process. The OCFS-0700A is used to provide additional information about the proposed program and services, whereas the OCFS-0700C is used to provide an outline of the proposed program and services.