14 Del. Admin. Code § 935-54.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 7, January 1, 2025

Section 935-54.0 - Discharge and Aftercare Plans for Residential Child Care Facilities

54.1 A licensee shall have and follow written policies and procedures governing discharge and aftercare planning. These policies and procedures shall include:

54.1.1 The roles and responsibilities of the child's parent, the referring agency, and the facility;

54.1.2 The handling of an emergency discharge of a child that ensures the immediate notification of the child's parent or the referring agency;

54.1.3 The involvement of the child in developing the planned discharge and aftercare plan, as applicable, consistent with the child's ability to understand the plan and process; and

54.1.4 The contents of the discharge report, which shall include:

54.1.4.1 The date and reason for discharge;

54.1.4.2 The name, address, telephone number of the person or agency to whom the child was discharged;

54.1.4.3 A summary of the services provided to the child while in care;

54.1.4.4 Service plan goals that have been achieved;

54.1.4.5 Service needs that remain to be addressed; and

54.1.4.6 Recommendations for continuing or additional services and identification of service providers.

54.2 A licensee shall ensure the discharge report is completed within 30 days of the child's discharge.

14 Del. Admin. Code § 935-54.0

27 DE Reg. 599 (2/1/2024) (Final)