Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.12313 - Behavior support policy
Rule 313.
(1) An
agency's behavior support policy must identify appropriate and specific methods
of behavior support for foster children.
(2) An agency shall ensure that methods of
behavior support for a foster child are positive, consistent, and compassionate
based on each foster child's needs, stage of development, and behavior, and
promote self-regulation, self-esteem, and independence.
(3) All the following are prohibited:
(a) Corporal punishment, any type of
restraint, including physical, chemical, mechanical, or noxious substances; or
any kind of punishment inflicted on the body.
(b) Confinement or seclusion in an area such
as a closet or a room.
(c)
Withholding food, clothing, rest, toilet use, or entrance to the foster
home.
(d) Mental or emotional
cruelty.
(e) Verbal abuse, threats,
including the use of derogatory or discriminatory language, negative references
to the child's or the child's family SOGIE, yelling at youth, ridicule, or
humiliation.
(f) Prohibiting visits
or communication with a foster child's family.
(g) Denial of necessary educational, medical,
mental health, or social work services.
Notes
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