D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 29, r. 29-1615

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 36, September 6, 2024

Rule 29-1615 - VOLUNTEERS

1615.1

Each child-placing agency using volunteers to work directly with children on a regular basis shall:

(a) Describe the duties for volunteer positions;

(b) Require a personal reference for each volunteer and a criminal records and child abuse clearance;

(c) Not use a volunteer to fill a staff position required by the child-placing agency's service program plan;

(d) Have a designated staff member to supervise and evaluate each volunteer;

(e) Provide orientation and training for the volunteers in the philosophy of the agency, the needs of the children in care, and the needs of their families;

(f) Maintain records documenting the hours and activities in which volunteers work for the agency; and

(g) Require that volunteers rendering direct services to children be free of communicable and contagious diseases based upon medical reports completed within the previous twelve (12) month period.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 29, r. 29-1615

Final Rulemaking published at 37 DCR 3033, 3041 (May 11, 1990)