Reporting Of Child Abuse, Neglect, And Abandonment

All suspected incidents of child abuse, neglect, or abandonment must be reported immediately to child protection services or law enforcement under Section 16-1605, Idaho Code. The chief administrator must ensure the safety and protection of children when the allegation is against an organization's staff, volunteer, or contractor. The chief administrator must initiate a thorough investigation of all reported incidents, submit an administrative summary of the investigation to the Department, and administer appropriate disciplinary action. (4-6-23)