New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 10 - HUMAN SERVICES
Chapter 44A - STANDARDS FOR COMMUNITY RESIDENCES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Subchapter 2 - ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION
Section 10:44A-2.6 - Orientation

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 10:44A-2.6

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 18, September 16, 2024

(a) Prior to working with individuals receiving services, all direct support professionals shall receive an orientation to acquaint them with:

1. The organization's philosophy, goals, services and practices;

2. The prevention of abuse, neglect and exploitation;

3. Unusual incident reporting and investigating procedures;

4. Emergency procedures as identified in the procedure manual; for example, the emergency evacuation plan, emergency medical treatment, emergency coverage and on-call procedures, the operation of the fire alarm system, and use of fire extinguishers;

5. An overview of developmental disabilities and any special needs of the individuals being served, for example, medical or behavioral problems requiring specific, tailored training;

6. The appropriate job description and the personnel policies of the organization, including its drug testing policies;

7. Training in life-threatening emergencies through a curriculum developed by the Division; and

8. Training consistent with N.J.S.A. 30:6D-9.5 and 9.6.

(b) Records of the orientation provided shall be maintained in the employee's personnel file and shall include a dated, signed acknowledgment by the employee receiving and the person(s) providing the orientation.

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