Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 84268.1 - Intake Procedures

(a) Sections 84068.1(b)(1)(B), 84068.1(b)(4)(B), 84068.1(c)(2), and 84068.1(c)(3) do not apply to group homes that care only for children under the age of six years.

(1) The licensee shall complete an appraisal form within five days of a child's placement.

(b) A group home shall not accept a child under the age of six years who has received psychiatric services, unless the placing agency provides the following information, if known, before the child's admission:

(1) All available psychiatric hospitalization summaries.

(2) All reports from the previous treating psychiatrist with diagnosis and recommendation for further treatment.

(3) The name and telephone number of the previous treating psychiatrist.

(4) All psychological and educational testing.

(5) A list of current psychotropic medications, dosages, and length of time on each medication.

(6) An appointment with the treating psychiatrist before the supply of medication is exhausted.

(c) A group home that cares for children under the age of six years shall not accept older children in the same family-like setting, unless the needs and services plan of a younger sibling recommends the presence of that older sibling.

(1) The needs and services plan of each child in the family group must document the older child's compatibility, and

(2) A licensee shall not accept an older child, if the older child has a history of sexually threatening behavior with other children or has engaged in any conduct that may represent a threat to younger children.

(d) In addition to the information required at Section 84068.1, with the exception of those subsections specified in Section 84268.1(a) above, the intake staff shall obtain information regarding any special treatment needs due to illness, injury, or trauma.

(e) If the social worker determines that the facility cannot provide the necessary services, the discharge procedures specified in Sections 84268.4, 84068.4, and 84070(d)(1) through (3) shall be followed.

(f) Notwithstanding Sections 84068.1(b)(4) (C-D), if a child is accepted for placement, the licensee shall meet the following requirements:

(1) Verify receipt of specified information by the child's authorized representative or designee and the child's parent(s) or family member(s), if involved, by obtaining their signatures and that of the administrator or designee on copies of:

(A) The removal/discharge policies and procedures specified in Sections 84068.4 and 84268.4.

(B) The discipline policies and procedures specified in Sections 84072.1 and 84272.1.

(C) The complaint procedures specified in Section 84072.2.

(2) Obtain the information specified in Sections 84070 and 84270.

(3) Ensure completion of a needs and services plan, as specified in Sections 84068.2 and 84268.2.

Notes

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 84268.1

1. New section filed 9-24-98; operative 9-24-98 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(d) (Register 98, No. 39).
2. Amendment of subsection (a) filed 11-18-2003; operative 12-18-2003 (Register 2003, No. 47).

Note: Authority cited: Section 1530, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1530.8 and 1531, Health and Safety Code; and Sections 361.2 and 11467.1, Welfare and Institutions Code.

1. New section filed 9-24-98; operative 9-24-98 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(d) (Register 98, No. 39).
2. Amendment of subsection (a) filed 11-18-2003; operative 12-18-2003 (Register 2003, No. 47).