LAC 48:I.4261. Orientation and Training

A. A center's orientation program shall provide training for any new direct care staff, either contracted or employed, to acquaint them with the philosophy, organization, program, practices and goals of the center. The orientation shall also include instruction in safety and emergency procedures as well as the specific responsibilities of the employee's job. B. A center shall document that all employees, either contracted or staff, receive training on an annual basis in: 1. the principles and practices of participant care; 2. the center's administrative procedures and programmatic goals; 3. emergency and safety procedures; 4. protecting the participant's rights; 5. procedures and legal requirements concerning the reporting of abuse and neglect; 6. acceptable behavior management techniques, 7. crisis management; and 8. the center’s policy on the prohibited use of social media. C. A center shall ensure that each direct care staff completes no less than 20 hours of face-to-face training per year. Orientation and normal supervision shall not be considered for meeting this requirement. D. A new direct care staff employee shall not be assigned to carry out a participant’s care until competency has been demonstrated and documented.