6034.1 The resource parent shall identify an extended caregiver to provide care and supervision for a foster child if the resource parent is absent from the home on a regular basis, such as for employment.

6034.2 Unless the extended caregiver is licensed to provide care to a foster child by the District of Columbia or Maryland, the extended caregiver shall:

(a) Be eighteen (18) years of age or older;

(b) Have knowledge of, interest in, and regard for the principles of good child care and understanding of the back-up caregiver's responsibility in providing care for a foster child; and

(c) Have the suitability, stamina, and physical and mental health to meet the demands of serving as the back-up caregiver for a foster child.

6034.3 The extended caregiver and all adults residing in the extended caregiver's home shall obtain a child protection register check in accordance with § 6009.

6034.4 The extended caregiver and all adults residing in the extended caregiver's home shall obtain a criminal record check in accordance with § 6008.

6034.5 The extended caregiver shall be approved by the agency before providing care and supervision for a foster child.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 71 DCR 002859 (March 15, 2024).