Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 118 - REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE LICENSING AND FUNCTIONING OF INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR PERSONS WITH MENTAL RETARDATION
Chapter 9 - PROFESSIONAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Section 144-118-9.G - Social Work Services
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
09/01/07 9.G.1. When social work needs are identified in the Annual Plan, the facility may either continue to employ a licensed social worker per the hours authorized prior to 12/1/89 or arrange for social work with qualified outside resources.
09/01/07 9.G.2. If the facility employs a licensed social worker, the licensed social will be responsible for at least the following:
09/01/07 a. Enhancing the coping capabilities of each client's family.
09/01/07 b. Preparing and maintaining records as follows:
1. Psychosocial history completed within one (1) month of admission, with an update as needed or at least every three (3) years;
2. Psychosocial assessment completed within one (1) month of admission and updated as needed or at least annually;
3. Social work services care plan completed within one (1) month of admission which shall identify the social and emotional needs of the client and his/her family, be integrated and coordinated with the overall IPP and be updated as needed or at least annually;
4. A discharge plan completed within one (1) month of admission and updated as needed or at least annually;
5. Progress notes entered at least quarterly containing a summary of the worker's contacts with the client and family, progress made on goals identified in the social work services care plan, and significant emotional attitudes and events.
09/01/07 9.G.3. If the facility employs a social service designee, the designee may be responsible only for functions delegated by the licensed Social Worker. A non-licensed social service designee must receive consultation from a qualified Social Worker eight (8) hours per quarter.
