4114

4114.1 In lieu of termination in situations where the ICF/IID is not in compliance with federal CoPs, but residents are not in immediate jeopardy, DHCF may require an ICF/IID to implement Directed In-Service Training (DIST) for deficiencies determined by the District to be correctable through education. This alternative sanction shall require the staff and relevant contractors of the ICF/IID to attend in-service trainings and demonstrate competency in the knowledge and skills presented during the trainings.

4114.2 DHCF, in consultation with DOH and DDS, shall develop the areas for ICF/IID staff and contractor training by incorporating the findings from the Continuous Quality Improvement Plan.

4114.3 Facilities shall use training programs developed by well-established organizations with prior experience and expertise in training, services for individuals with intellectual disabilities, and the operation of ICF/IID to meet training requirements described in this section. All programs and personnel used to deliver the training shall be approved by DHCF prior to their use.

4114.4 The ICF/IID shall bear the expense of the DIST.

4114.5 A state monitor shall oversee implementation of DIST, and shall ensure compliance with the requirements.

4114.6 DHCF may terminate the provider agreement of an ICF/IID that is unable to meet the timeline for full and successful completion of the DIST.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 60 DCR 11590 (August 9, 2013); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 61 DCR 12231 (November 28, 2014); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 297 (January 8, 2016).