Nev. Admin. Code § 422.Sec. 22

Current through November 25, 2024

Section 422.Sec. 22 - NEW

1. The operator of a program shall designate a person to be the manager of the program. The manager must:

(a) Have at least 2 years of experience providing tenancy support services and working with persons who are living with chronic health conditions and persons experiencing homelessness;

(b) Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills; and

(c) Be trained and have demonstrated competence in:

(1) Methods and processes for providing individualized services related to housing and care management in partnership with the person to whom the services are provided;

(2) Knowledge of providers of housing in the area in which the program operates;

(3) Knowledge of processes for applying for and obtaining housing subsidies;

(4) Documenting the provision of services in accordance with the requirements of 42 U.S.C. § 1396n(i) and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto;

(5) Assessing potential risks to the ability to acquire and maintain housing;

(6) Developing plans to prevent crises;

(7) Conducting interviews as necessary to de-escalate conflict and ensure safety;

(8) Responding to emergent needs in a safe and effective manner; and

(9) Providing services in a trauma-informed manner when appropriate.

2. As used in this section, "trauma-informed manner" means a manner that:

(a) Is informed by knowledge of and responsiveness to the effects of trauma;

(b) Emphasizes physical, psychological and emotional safety for staff and clients; and

(c) Creates opportunities for a client affected by trauma to rebuild a sense of control and empowerment.

Nev. Admin. Code § 422.Sec. 22

Added to NAC by Div. of Health Care Fin. & Policy by R030-20A, eff. 12/22/2021

NRS 422.3964, 433.324, 439.200