Paid Community Support Worker (Csw) Duties And Responsibilities

01. Initial Documentation. Prior to providing goods or services to the participant, the CSW must type and complete the packet of information provided by the FEA and submit to the FEA. When the CSW will be providing services, this packet must include documentation of: (7-1-26) a. A completed background check, including clearance or documentation that this requirement has been waived by the participant in accordance with these rules. Individuals listed on a state or federal provider exclusion list must not provide paid supports; (7-1-26) b. A completed employment agreement with the participant in accordance with these rules. If the CSW is provided through an agency, the employment agreement must include the specific individual who will provide the support and the agency's responsibility for tax-related obligations; (7-1-26) c. Current state licensure or certification if identified support requires certification or licensure; and (7-1-26) d. A statement of qualifications to provide supports identified in the employment agreement. (7-1-26) 02. Employment Agreement. The CSW must deliver supports as defined in the employment agreement. (7-1-26) 03. Documentation. The CSW must track and document the time required to perform the identified supports and accurately report the time on the time sheets provided by the participant's FEA or complete an invoice that reflects the type of support provided, the date the support was provided, and the negotiated rate for the support provided, for submission to the participant's FEA. Failure to do so may result in recoupment. (7-1-26) 04. Time Sheets and Invoices. The CSW must obtain the signature of the participant or their legal representative on each completed timesheet or invoice prior to submitting the document to the FEA for payment. Time sheets or invoices that are not signed by the CSW and the participant or their legal representative will not be paid. (7-1-26) 817. – 819. (RESERVED)