Section 388-825-620 - How often must a background check be renewed?(1) DDA requires a background check at least every 36 months, or more frequently if required by program rule.(2) A background check renewal will be conducted as follows: (a) A person who has continuously resided in Washington state for the past 36 months must be screened through a state name and date of birth background check.(b) A person who has lived outside of Washington state within the past 36 months must be screened through a state name and date of birth check and a national fingerprint-based background check as required by RCW 43.43.837.(c) A person who lives outside of Washington state and provides DDA services in Washington state must be screened through a Washington state name and date of birth check and a national fingerprint-based background check.(3) The department may require a long-term care worker or residential habilitation center employee to have a renewed Washington state name and date of birth background check if information is disclosed or found regarding a new: Wash. Admin. Code § 388-825-620
Adopted by WSR 14-14-029, Filed 6/24/2014, effective 7/25/2014Amended by WSR 23-07-130, Filed 3/22/2023, effective 4/22/2023Amended by WSR 24-15-041, Filed 7/11/2024, effective 8/11/2024