New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 7 - HEALTH
Chapter 8 - RESIDENTIAL HEALTH FACILITIES
Part 3 - REGULATIONS GOVERNING RESIDENTIAL SHELTER CARE FACILITIES FOR CHILDREN
Section 7.8.3.30 - PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS
Universal Citation: 7 NM Admin Code 7.8.3.30
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 6, March 26, 2024
A. Governing Body: Each facility licensed pursuant to these regulations shall have a governing body. The governing body shall:
(1) Have ultimate authority for the
overall operation of the facility program and is responsible for ensuring a
facility's continual compliance and conformity with the program goals of the
facility;
(2) Adopt and
periodically review and revise written by-laws and policies. These must define
the program goals, describe and define the major lines of authority and areas
of responsibility within the facility;
(3) Appoint a director to implement its
policies.
B. Director: The director of a facility licensed pursuant to these regulations must have the following minimum qualifications:
(1) Be at
least twenty-one (21) years of age.
(2) Have good moral and responsible character
and reputation.
(3) Possess
educational background and experience in the principles and practices of child
care.
(4) Possess the management
and administrative ability to fulfill requirements of these
regulations.
C. Direct Services Staff: The direct service staff of a facility licensed pursuant to these regulations must have the following minimum qualifications.
(1) Be at least eighteen (18) years of
age.
(2) Have good moral and
responsible character and reputation.
(3) Possess adequate education, training, or
experience to provide for the needs of children.
(4) Physical, emotional, and mental capacity
to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of children pursuant to these
regulations.
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