N.M. Admin. Code § 7.8.3.30

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 21, November 5, 2024

Section 7.8.3.30 - PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

A. Governing Body: Each facility licensed pursuant to these regulations shall have a governing body. The governing body shall:

(1) Have ultimate authority for the overall operation of the facility program and is responsible for ensuring a facility's continual compliance and conformity with the program goals of the facility;

(2) Adopt and periodically review and revise written by-laws and policies. These must define the program goals, describe and define the major lines of authority and areas of responsibility within the facility;

(3) Appoint a director to implement its policies.

B. Director: The director of a facility licensed pursuant to these regulations must have the following minimum qualifications:

(1) Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

(2) Have good moral and responsible character and reputation.

(3) Possess educational background and experience in the principles and practices of child care.

(4) Possess the management and administrative ability to fulfill requirements of these regulations.

C. Direct Services Staff: The direct service staff of a facility licensed pursuant to these regulations must have the following minimum qualifications.

(1) Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

(2) Have good moral and responsible character and reputation.

(3) Possess adequate education, training, or experience to provide for the needs of children.

(4) Physical, emotional, and mental capacity to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of children pursuant to these regulations.

N.M. Admin. Code § 7.8.3.30

7.8.3.30 NMAC - N, 05/15/01