N.J. Admin. Code § 10:45-4.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 17, September 3, 2024

Section 10:45-4.2 - Functions and duties of BGS staff

(a) In order to exercise their role and responsibilities, BGS staff shall be knowledgeable and informed about the individual's status, program and progress by means of the following:

1. Meeting with the individual at least once a year, including individuals in out-of-State Purchase of Care Facilities within one day driving distance from the BGS staff's assigned office;

2. Meeting the individual at least once every three months, if the individual is not visited by representatives from any other public or private agency, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 3B:12-57f.(2);

3. Reviewing the appropriate records including, but not limited to the DDD record, sponsor record or provider agency record;

4. Interviewing collateral staff including, but not limited to, case manager, sponsor or provider agency staff;

5. Maintaining regular contact with interested and/or involved family through attendance at IDT meetings, personal meetings, phone calls and correspondence;

6. Maintaining on-going written record of actions taken on behalf of the individual;

7. Preparing a report pertaining to the health and well-being of the individual; and

8. Sharing recommendations from the report with the service component.

(b) BGS shall maintain a file for each individual that includes:

1. An on-going written record of actions taken on behalf of the individual;

2. An annual report pertaining to the health and well-being of the individual;

3. BGS shall share recommendations with the service component.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10:45-4.2