New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 10 - CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES
Part 9 - YOUTH SERVICES
Section 8.10.9.12 - LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024
A. Life skills development shall be required for all youth in PSD custody regardless of permanency plan beginning no later than age 14. Life skills development is an individualized process of learning the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in living as an adult. It may include, but is not limited to group learning, taking advantage of teachable moments, individual practice with out-of-home providers, and use of community resources.
B. The YTS shall assist each youth age 14 and older in obtaining a copy of his or her credit report at no cost to the youth. This process shall be completed on an annual basis until the youth is discharged from foster care.