South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 46 - Department of Human Services
Article 46:11 - Developmental disabilities
Chapter 46:11:09 - Family support waiver services
Section 46:11:09:03 - Criteria for designation as a qualified provider

Universal Citation: SD Admin Rules 46:11:09:03

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 43, September 23, 2024

A qualified provider providing personal care, respite care, companion care, or supported employment under the provisions of this chapter must meet the following criteria:

(1) Have a signed provider agreement with the Department of Social Services;

(2) Obtain a signed provider agreement with the department; and

(3) Must meet the following qualifications:

(a) Any employee must meet the age requirement for each service specified;

(b) Any employee must pass a criminal background check;

(c) Any employee must be able to follow written or verbal instructions provided by the participant, or the participant's family member or guardian or advocate, if any;

(d) Any employee must have the abilities or skills necessary as determined by the participant to meet the participant's needs as outlined in the ISP; and

(e) Have policies in the following areas:
(i) Confidentiality;

(ii) Drug-free workplace;

(iii) Grievance;

(iv) Emergency procedures and back-up plan;

(v) Sexual harassment;

(vi) Abuse, neglect, exploitation, and incident reporting;

(vii) Safety;

(viii) Universal precautions;

(ix) Proper lifting techniques and body mechanics, back safety, and risk factors for back injuries;

(x) Termination and notice requirements; and

(xi) Payment and billing.

General Authority: SDCL 27B-2-26.

Law Implemented: SDCL 27B-2-26(1)(2)(3)(4)(7)(9)(10).

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