- (1) Arrangements for all fees and payment schedules are to be discussed in full with a written contract to be signed by the provider and the client and parent/guardian at the beginning of an assessment or a therapeutic relationship. It is strongly encouraged that this take place at the first meeting and not later than the second meeting. No fee change will be made without a modified written agreement signed by the provider, client, and parent/guardian.
- (2) Bartering for services can result in a multiple relationship; therefore, is considered unethical.
Author: Department of Youth Services
Statutory Authority: Title 44; Code of Ala. 1975, §§15-20-1 through 15-20-36; §§13A-6-60 through 13A-6-111.
History: New Rule: August 16, 2002; effective September 20, 2002.