20 CAR § 417-301 – Purpose and organizational structure

(a)
1. (1) The purpose of the psychiatric residential treatment facility shall be clearly defined in a statement filed with the Office of Long-Term Care.
2. (2) The statement must include the:
  1. (A) Program philosophy;
  2. (B) Program goals and objectives;
  3. (C) Ages, gender, and characteristics of residents accepted for care;
  4. (D) Geographical area or areas served;
  5. (E) Types of services provided;
  6. (F) Description of admission policies; and
  7. (G) Needs, problems, situations, or patterns best addressed by the provider’s program.
(b) House rules. The provider shall have a clearly written list of rules governing conduct for residents in care and shall document that these rules are made available to each staff member, resident, and where appropriate, the resident’s parent or legal guardian.