WAC 110-149-0380. Renewing kinship licenses

(1) Caregivers must: (a) Submit applications for kinship license renewals prior to the expiration date on the current license; and (b) Collaborate with their licensor to complete the license renewal process which includes, but is not limited to: (i) Providing the required renewal documents; (ii) Completing background checks for all household members, per chapter 110-04 WAC; and (iii) Participating in: (A) A reassessment; and (B) An inspection of their home; and (C) Additional assessments, in rare circumstances when related to the safety and specific needs of the children or youth in care, including, but not limited to: (I) Mental health; (II) Substance abuse; and (III) Collaterals. (2) The department may: (a) Send a renewal notice to licensed kinship caregivers 90 calendar days prior to the license expiration date; and (b) Close a kinship license if an application is not received by the expiration date.