Or. Admin. Code § 333-540-0030

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 12, December 1, 2024

Section 333-540-0030 - Requirements for Placement on Caregiver Registry; Continuing Education

(1) In order to be placed on a caregiver registry a caregiver must be at least 18 years of age and have sufficient communication and language skills to enable them to perform their duties and interact effectively with clients and registry staff.

(2) A caregiver registry shall, prior to placing a caregiver on its registry:

(a) Conduct a criminal background check in accordance with OAR 333-540-0035;

(b) Verify the caregiver's licensure status, if applicable, with the appropriate licensing agency;

(c) Conduct a face-to-face interview with the individual;

(d) Obtain at least two satisfactory references for the individual that the individual has worked for within the past five years; and

(e) Ensure that the caregiver has satisfied basic competency requirements and has the necessary education, skills and training to provide the level of care the caregiver proposes to offer to clients.

(3) A caregiver placed on a registry shall annually complete three hours of continuing education on topics related to the caregiver services the caregiver offers to clients.

Or. Admin. Code § 333-540-0030

PH 9-2010, f. 6-17-10, cert. ef. 7-1-10

Stat. Auth.: ORS 443.105

Stats. Implemented: ORS 443.105