049-2 Wyo. Code R. § 2-5

Current through April 27, 2019
Section 2-5 - Search Skills and Procedures

(a) The role of intermediaries is primarily as facilitators. As such intermediaries should understand that role as it differs from that of an advocate or counselor.

(b) Intermediaries must demonstrate skill by working cases in a confidential and timely manner. Important skills include an aptitude for speaking with people, either in person or by telephone, and a genuine concern for other family members, friends and other individuals involved in each case .

(c) Specific procedures must be followed by intermediaries in conducting their search on behalf of a petitioner. Proper documentation of all phases of the search is necessary. Intermediaries also must maintain the anonymity of all parties until written consent for contact has been received by the court. All records, including all copies, must be returned to the court upon conclusion of the case. At the conclusion of the search, but not less than quarterly* the intermediary shall provide to the petitioner a statement of services rendered without violating confidentiality.

(d) The confidential intermediary must respect the privacy of all parties. Any consent to contact by the sought-after relative must be clearly voluntary, informed and written. Likewise, refusal of contact must be stated in written form. Refusal of contact shall cause the file to be closed by the court.

(e) An Oath to Up hold Standards and ConfidentiaIity shall be signed by both the Chief Confidential Intermediary and the assigned confidential intermediary. They shalI attend all sessions of an approved training program with periodic refresher courses to stay updated on new search methods, procedures and policies.

049-2 Wyo. Code R. § 2-5