Section 388-877-0342 - Agency licensure and certification-Off-site locations(1) A behavioral health agency that provides outpatient services at an established off-site location(s) must: (a) Maintain a list of each established off-site location where services are provided; and(b) Include, for each established off-site location:(i) The name and address of the location the services are provided;(ii) The primary purpose of the off-site location;(iii) The service(s) provided; and(iv) The date off-site services began at that location.(2) An agency providing in-home services or services in a public setting must: (a) Implement and maintain a written protocol of how services will be offered in a manner that promotes individual, staff member, and community safety; and(b) For the purpose of emergency communication and as required by RCW 71.05.710, provide a wireless telephone or comparable device to any mental health professional who makes home visits to individuals.(3) An agency must: (a) Maintain an individual's confidentiality at the off-site location;(b) Securely transport confidential information and individual records between the licensed agency and the off-site location, if applicable;(c) Ensure the type of behavioral health service offered at each off-site location is certified by the division of behavioral health and recovery (DBHR); and(d) Ensure the behavioral health services provided at off-site locations meet the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal rules and laws.Wash. Admin. Code § 388-877-0342
Adopted by WSR 18-06-043, Filed 3/1/2018, effective 4/1/2018