Kansas Administrative Regulations
Agency 30 - KANSAS DEPARTMENT FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Article 47 - FOSTER CARE LICENSING
Section 30-47-114 - Release policies

Universal Citation: KS Admin Regs 30-47-114

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 39, September 26, 2024

(a) Within seven days before the release of a juvenile from the center, the administrative director shall give written notice of the date and time of release to the juvenile; the community mental health center serving the area where the juvenile is being released; the juvenile's parent, custodian, or legal guardian; and if the juvenile is a medicaid recipient, the managed care organization. Releases and aftercare plans shall be coordinated with the appropriate community mental health center, managed care organization, substance abuse treatment providers, and other health or mental health care providers after consultation and agreement regarding transitioning the juvenile from the center, transferring treatment plans, and obtaining any needed aftercare services.

(b) Temporary releases for court attendance, medical appointments, placement visits, or other necessary purposes shall be permitted when authorized by the parent or legal guardian or the court.

(c) The administrative director or designee shall provide release forms to be signed by the person to whom the juvenile is released and by the staff member releasing the juvenile.

(d) Procedures and practices for the discharge of juveniles shall include provisions for the following:

(1) Verification of identity of the juvenile and the person to whom the juvenile is released;

(2) completion of any pending actions, including any grievances or claims for damages or lost possessions;

(3) transportation arrangements;

(4) instructions for forwarding mail; and

(5) return of money and personal property to the juvenile. A receipt for all money and personal property shall be signed by the juvenile.

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