CoBRIS by Five Points: Child Welfare Management System

CoBRIS, the Community Based Resource Information System by Five Points Technology Group, is a specialized web-based software solution. It helps child welfare organizations manage their daily operations efficiently. This robust system provides both front-line staff and supervisors with essential tools, while offering management and executive leadership valuable performance insights and data analytics. Designed to support complex organizational structures, CoBRIS is adaptable for state departments, county offices, lead agencies, and private providers. It can even operate effectively in blended child welfare environments, including public and partially privatized community-based care settings. With over 15 years of continuous enhancement, CoBRIS aligns with best practices and policies in the field. Organizations can deploy it as a complete, comprehensive solution or integrate specific modules to meet evolving needs, such as converting to a Comprehensive Child Welfare Information System (CCWIS) environment.

Preparing for Your First CoBRIS Access

• An Active Directory account with your organization is necessary, as CoBRIS utilizes Azure AD Single Sign-On for authentication.
• You must read and agree to the Terms & Conditions regarding non-disclosure and confidentiality before logging in.
• Users are authorized to view sensitive, confidential, and proprietary information, and are responsible for its continued protection and appropriate use.

Gaining Entry to Your CoBRIS Account

1. Visit the CoBRIS login portal, typically found at cobris.fiveptg.com/login.
2. If your organization uses Azure AD Single Sign-On, locate and click the Logon Button.
3. Review the Terms & Conditions and confirm your agreement by clicking Agree or Logon.
4. You will then be securely logged into your digital portal.

Navigating CoBRIS Operational Tools

• Client Management: This module handles intake, demographics, assessments, state forms, attributes, pictures, clinical tracking, and case management.
• Provider Management: Tools for recruitment, inquiry, application, licensing, capacity, preferences, exceptions, and holds are available.
• Matching / Placement: Features a configurable algorithm, GIS integration, and workflows to rank the most appropriate and least restrictive placements.
• Incident Reporting: Offers secure access for documents, forms, pictures, review processes, approval/denial functions, and eSignatures.
• Portal Functionality: Provides secure access for documents, forms, pictures, review, approval/denial, and eSignatures for external users.
• Prevention Tracking: Supports the tracking of Prevention plan (FFPSA) approved Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs), services rendered, and outcomes.
• Roles / Security: Includes configurable role-based security, multi-factor authentication, and a comprehensive audit trail for user actions.
• Data Integration: Capable of supporting real-time or batch data feeds by leveraging a complex set of web services for connecting with other systems.

Restoring Your CoBRIS Account Access

Ensuring Data Integrity within CoBRIS

• 🔒 Always maintain the confidentiality of your login information and do not share your account.
• 🔒 Be mindful that all information accessed through CoBRIS is sensitive and proprietary; adhere strictly to non-disclosure agreements.
• 🔒 Report any security concerns or suspicious activity immediately by contacting [email protected].
• 🔒 Ensure you use the information only in the authorized manner agreed upon and destroy it after its collection purpose has been fulfilled.
• 🔒 CoBRIS incorporates Multi-Factor Authentication and Role-Based Security to protect data, but user vigilance is also crucial.

Key Inquiries About CoBRIS Operations