Washington Administrative Code
Title 110 - Children, Youth, and Families, Department of
Chapter 110-145 - Licensing requirements for group care facilities
STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Section 110-145-1420 - Who must I employ at my facility?

Universal Citation: WA Admin Code 110-145-1420

Current through Register Vol. 24-18, September 15, 2024

(1) You must employ sufficient numbers of qualified staff to meet the physical, safety, health, and emotional needs of the children placed in your care, appropriate for their age and developmental level. Employers and caregivers must:

(a) Demonstrate competency, good judgment, and self-control in the presence of children and when performing duties;

(b) Report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to the children's administration intake and to the designated administrator or supervisor;

(c) Know and comply with rules established in this chapter as well as all other applicable laws; and

(d) Comply with federal and state antidiscrimination laws related to personnel policies and procedures.

(2) Staff, volunteers, and others caring for children at your facility must provide children with:

(a) Appropriate adult supervision;

(b) Emotional support;

(c) Personal attention; and

(d) Structured daily routines and living experiences.

Statutory Authority: Chapters 13.34 and 74.13 RCW, RCW 74.15.030(2), 74.15.311(2), 74.13.032, 13.04.011, 74.13.020, 13.34.030, 74.13.031, 13.34.145, 74.15.311, 74.15.030, and 2013 c 105. WSR 15-01-069, § 388-145-1420, filed 12/11/14, effective 1/11/15.

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