We strive to assure all children have an environment free of abuse and
neglect while assisting to preserve and empower families to provide for the
safety, stability, and well-being of their children.
The work of Guernsey County Children Services is based on a set of core values.

Safety:
The primary goal of our work is child safety.
Focus on Root Cause:
Determining underlying reasons for the behavior which places children at risk of
abuse or neglect is necessary to assist parents in changing these behaviors.
Focus on Behavior:
Behaviors which place children at risk of abuse or neglect or which caused abuse or
neglect must change for children to be safe.
Permanency:
A safe and permanent home is a birthright of every child.
Respect for Families:
Everyone has a right to be treated with respect regardless of the circumstances that
may bring them to our attention.
Planning and Accountability:
Planning the most timely and efficient way to protect children is by design. We plan
achievable goals and hold families, service providers and ourselves accountable for
the outcomes.
Communication and Collaboration:
Open, continual, productive communication, internally and externally, increases
collaboration which supports the success of all social service providers in Guernsey
County in protecting children from maltreatment.
Prevention:
Prevention of child maltreatment is the responsibility of the entire community. We
see ourselves as leaders in these efforts.