Section 388-865-0551. Qualification requirements for staff.

The provider must document that staff and clinical supervisors are qualified for the position they hold and have the education, experience, or skills to perform the job requirements, including:

(1) A current job description.

(2) A current Washington state department of health license or certificate or registration as may be required for his/her position.

(3) Washington state patrol background checks for employees in contact with consumers consistent with RCW 43.43.830.

(4) Clinical supervisors must meet the qualifications of mental health professionals or specialists as defined in WAC 388-865-0150.

(5) An annual performance evaluation.

(6) Development of an individualized annual training plan, to include at least:

(a) The skills he or she needs for his/her job description and the population served;

(b) Least restrictive alternative options available in the community and how to access them;

(c) Methods of resident care;

(d) Management of assaultive and self-destructive behaviors, including proper and safe use of seclusion and/or restraint procedures; and

(e) The requirements of chapter 71.05 and 71.34 RCW, this chapter, and protocols developed by the mental health division.

(7) If contract staff are providing direct services, the facility must ensure compliance with the training requirements outlined in (6) above.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 71.05.560, 71.34.800, and chapters 71.05 and 71.34 RCW. WSR 04-07-014, § 388-865-0551, filed 3/4/04, effective 4/4/04.]

RCW 71.05.560, 71.34.800, and chapters 71.05 and 71.34 RCW. WSR 04-07-014, § 388-865-0551, filed 3/4/04, effective 4/4/04.

Rules

388-865-0150,