Key Recommendations for Developing a Foundation and Framework for Successful Implementation of Performance-Based Contracting: A Case Study of a Child Welfare Lead Agency in Florida

Abstract

In a child-welfare setting, performance-based contracts can be used to focus practice and drive outcomes. This article describes the results of a case study regarding the use of performance-based contracts between a private, non-profit child welfare lead agency, responsible for the provision of child welfare services in a defined geographic area, and sub-contracted private non-profit case management agencies. Key recommendations for developing a foundation and framework for successful implementation of performance-based contracting are also presented.