Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 3
Subtitle 22 - DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Chapter 10.22.09 - Resource Coordination Program Service Plan
Section 10.22.09.05 - Responsibilities of the Resource Coordinator
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.22.09.05
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. The resource coordinator is responsible for:
(1) Ensuring that each individual
receives an IP that is designed to meet the individual's needs, preferences,
desires, goals, and outcomes in the most integrated setting appropriate to meet
the individual's needs and in the most cost effective manner;
(2) Documenting that the IP is being
implemented as designed;
(3)
Communicating information with the Administration in an effort to achieve a
responsive service delivery system;
(4) Assisting the individual in applying for
services; and
(5) Providing
education to individuals and their families concerning:
(a) The range of most integrated setting
service and support options that may be appropriate to meet the individual's
needs;
(b) How to access services,
and
(c) How to coordinate and
advocate for services.
B. Resource coordinators shall have personal knowledge of each individual served and make every effort to effectively accommodate the individual's needs and preferences.
C. Resource coordinators shall personally meet with each individual served, at least every 6 months, in an effort to effectively meet the individual's needs and preferences.
D. In the State residential center, the resource coordinator shall:
(1) Ensure that
communication devices and techniques, including the use of sign language, as
appropriate, are used to facilitate the involvement of the individual in the
development of the written plan of habilitation;
(2) Recommend the most integrated setting
appropriate to meet the individual's needs; and
(3) Conduct an annual update on the status
and progress toward addressing and resolving the barriers to receiving services
and supports in the most integrated setting.
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