While in the home, he or she will examine whether the home has sufficient food, running water, and working heat and electricity. The investigator also needs to be satisfied that there are no hazardous conditions inside or outside the home.

Why do DYFS enter houses?

Why did a DYFS investigator come to my home? NJ law says that “anyone” can make a report about child abuse. If someone has “reasonable cause” to believe that a child is being neglected and/or abused, they should report it. Once NJ DYFS receives such a report, they must act on it quickly.

How does DYFS work in NJ?

DCP&P (formerly DYFS) is New Jersey’s state agency responsible for protecting children. The agency investigates all reports of child abuse or neglect by collecting information through home visits and interviews with the child’s household members, as well as people such as teachers, physicians, or school counselors.