WAC 388-829C-080. What minimum skills and abilities must companion home providers demonstrate?

A companion home provider must: (1) Be able to read, understand, and provide the services outlined in the client's person-centered service plan; (2) Participate in the development of the person-centered service plan; (3) Communicate with the client in the client's preferred language; (4) Accommodate the client's preferences; (5) Know the community resources, such as medical facilities, emergency resources, and recreational opportunities; (6) Enable the client to keep in touch with family and friends in a way preferred by the client; (7) Use instruction techniques appropriate for the client's learning style; (8) Protect the client's financial interests; (9) Follow mandatory reporting requirements under chapter 74.34 RCW; (10) Know how and when to contact the client's legal representative; (11) Know how and when to contact the client's case manager; (12) Meet training requirements under chapter 388-829 WAC; (13) Maintain all necessary license and certification requirements under this chapter; (14) Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and contract requirements; (15) Complete nurse delegation training if the client needs medication administration or delegated nursing tasks; and (16) Have the ability to electronically: (a) Submit reimbursement claims; (b) Complete and submit mandatory forms; (c) Complete mandatory trainings; and (d) Receive and respond to communications from DSHS within prescribed time frames.