Illinois Administrative Code
Title 20 - CORRECTIONS, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Part 2603 - COUNTY SHELTER CARE STANDARDS
Section 2603.160 - Employment of Children
Universal Citation: 20 IL Admin Code ยง 2603.160
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 38, September 20, 2024
a) Introduction
Active and inquisitive children need to have their time occupied. Idleness contributes to disciplinary problems and to the deterioration of programs. Children need training in establishing good work habits.
b) Minimum Standards
1) Work Assignments
Children shall be required to perform general housekeeping tasks and yard work that is considered normal in a family setting.
A) Work assignments shall not be used as a
form of discipline.
B) Assignments
shall be made according to the ages and abilities of children.
C) Assignments shall not interfere with
regular school programs, study periods, recreation or sleep.
2) Substitute For Staff
No child shall perform work assignments as a substitute for a staff member task.
3)
Employment
Youth may be allowed to take employment outside of the shelter care facility. Adherence to the State of Illinois child labor statutes and regulations is required.
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