R501-19A-14. Additional Requirements for Intermediate Secure Care Programs

(1)(a) Each intermediate secure treatment provider shall clearly define in policy any responsibility of the manager, as described in Subsection R501-19A-6(9)(a). (b) The provider shall ensure the manager: (i) is at least 25 years old; (ii) has a bachelor's degree or equivalent training in a human service-related field; and (iii) has at least three years of management experience in a residential or secure treatment setting. (2) Each intermediate secure treatment provider shall maintain a staff-to-client ratio of one direct staff to every five clients. (3) Each intermediate secure treatment provider shall ensure that each direct care staff working in an intermediate secure treatment program: (a) receives training to work with a client with behavioral or mental health needs; (b) works under the supervision of a licensed clinical professional; and (c) completes 30 hours of additional training annually regarding: (i) client record and incident documentation; (ii) each rule and regulation associated with serving clients; (iii) interpersonal relationships and communication skills; (iv) maintaining staff, client, and visitor safety in a secure setting; (v) problem-solving and guidance; (vi) the special needs of families; and (vii) any universal precaution for bloodborne pathogens. (4) Each intermediate secure treatment shall incorporate the use of any fixture and furnishing to limit client self-harm and suicide, including: (a) non-exposed fire sprinkler heads; (b) plexiglass or safety glass; (c) pressure release robe hooks; (d) recessed lighting; and (e) sealed light fixtures.