WAC 388-826-0590. What are the responsibilities of the provider supporting a client in the out-of-home services program?

When a client is in the out-of-home services program, the provider must: (1) Ensure the health and safety of the client; (2) Provide adequate staff to meet the needs of clients as identified in the rate assessment; (3) Develop and implement an individual instruction and support plan; (4) Complete quarterly reports as outlined under WAC 388-826-0520 ; (5) Participate in the development of the child and family engagement plan with the client, the client's parent or legal representative, and social service specialist; (6) Implement the child and family engagement plan; (7) Support the client in regular school attendance, including following the school's reporting requirements when the client is absent or has an appointment during the school day; (8) With the parent or legal representative's consent, maintain regular communication with school representatives and attend school-related meetings; (9) Participate in the client's individualized education program and collaborate with the school and parent or legal representative to ensure timely and continuous access to a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment; (10) Maintain regular communication with the client's parent or legal representative; and (11) Develop and practice evacuation plans in case of fire, natural disaster, or other emergencies in accordance with WAC 388-826-0420 ; (12) Maintain a client rights policy in accordance with chapter 71A.26 RCW; (13) Request an assessment for nurse delegation if the client needs medication administration; and (14) If the provider receives funding for community inclusion activities for the client, the provider must: (a) Discuss and schedule community inclusion activity options with the client; and (b) Track, and make available to DDA upon request, the client's participation in community inclusion activities, including: (i) Date of each activity; (ii) Cost of each activity; and (iii) A running balance of the client's community inclusion activities funds.