Md. Code Regs. 10.01.18.03

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 26, December 27, 2024

Section 10.01.18.03 - Covered Program Policies

A. This regulation applies to the following covered programs as defined in Regulation .02 of this chapter:

(1) State facilities;

(2) Vocational and day service programs;

(3) Psychiatric rehabilitation programs for adults and minors;

(4) Residential rehabilitation programs; and

(5) Supported employment programs.

B. A covered program shall ensure that the covered program adopts and enforces policies that:

(1) Prohibit inappropriate sexual behavior that occurs while an individual is receiving services from a covered program:

(a) Between a staff member and an individual served by the covered program; and

(b) On the premises of the covered program or at any off-premises activity sponsored by the covered program, between:

(i) Individuals served by the covered program; or

(ii) An individual served by the covered program and another individual or individuals;

(2) Require reporting of inappropriate sexual behavior in accordance with the requirements of Regulations .05 and .06 of this chapter; and

(3) Provide for training of staff members and individuals receiving services in accordance with Regulation .04 of this chapter.

Md. Code Regs. 10.01.18.03

Regulation .03 adopted effective 42:23 Md. R. 1433, eff.11/23/2015; adopted effective 48:26 Md. R.1110, eff. 12/27/2021