Wisconsin Administrative Code
Department of Corrections
Chapter DOC 347 - SECURED RESIDENTIAL CARE CENTERS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Subchapter VI - Health and Mental Health Care
Section DOC 347.25 - Mental health care
Current through August 26, 2024
(1) The facility shall provide youth with mental health services from a qualified mental health professional.
(2) All qualified mental health professionals shall have training on and be knowledgeable about the assessment of mental health disorders, trauma, and suicide risk among adolescents and age-appropriate interventions.
(3) All qualified mental health professionals shall provide services in accordance with recognized standards of practice.
(4) Licensed mental health professionals shall be in compliance with state and federal licensure certification and registration. Verification of compliance shall be maintained at the facility.
(5) All youth shall receive a mental health assessment by a qualified mental health professional within 7 days of admission. The assessment shall be documented.
(6) The mental health assessment shall be conducted in a confidential setting.
(7) The facility shall have sufficient service hours from qualified mental health professionals to timely meet the needs of youth in the facility.
(8) The facility shall have a schedule of access to on-site mental health care services.
(9) Qualified mental health professionals shall develop individual mental health treatment plans for youth with identified mental health needs.
(10) Qualified mental health professionals shall work with facility staff to provide guidance, insight, and direction on managing and understanding the needs and behavior of youth.
(11) The facility shall provide access to emergency mental health care and transportation, if necessary.
