PURPOSE: This rule describes requirements for and responsibilities of the governing body in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs, Comprehensive Substance Treatment and Rehabilitation Programs (CSTAR), Compulsive Gambling Treatment Programs, Substance Abuse Traffic Offender Programs (SATOP), Required Education Assessment and Community Treatment Programs (REACT), Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation Programs (CPRP), and Psychiatric Outpatient Programs.

1. (1) Governing Body. The organization has a designated governing body with legal authority and responsibility for the operation of the program(s).

   1. (A) The organization is incorporated in the state of Missouri, maintains good standing in accordance with state law and regulation, and has bylaws identifying the structure of its governing body.
   2. (B) Methods for selecting members of the governing body are delineated. A current list of members is maintained.
   3. (C) Requirements of section (1) are not applicable to government entities, except that a government entity or public agency must have an administrative structure with identified lines of authority to ensure responsibility and accountability for the successful operation of its psychiatric and substance abuse services.

2. (2) Functions of the Governing Body. The governing body shall effectively implement the functions of—

   1. (A) Providing fiscal planning and oversight;
   2. (B) Ensuring organizational planning and quality improvement in service delivery;
   3. (C) Establishing policies to guide administrative operations and service delivery;
   4. (D) Ensuring responsiveness to the communities and individuals being served;
   5. (E) Delegating operational management to an executive director and, as necessary, to program managers in order to effectively operate its services; and
   6. (F) Designating contractual authority.
3. (3) Meetings. The governing body shall meet at least quarterly and maintain an accurate record of its meetings. Minutes of meetings must identify dates, those attending, discussion items, and actions taken.
4. (4) Policy and Procedure Manual. The organization maintains a current policy and procedure manual which accurately describes and guides the operation of its services, promotes compliance with applicable regulations, and is readily available to staff and the public upon request.
5. (5) Accountability. The organization establishes a formal, accountable relationship with any contractor or affiliate who provides direct service but who is not an employee of the organization.

AUTHORITY: sections 630.050 and 630.055, RSMo 2000.* Original rule filed Feb. 28, 2001, effective Oct. 30, 2001. *Original authority: 630.050, RSMo 1980, amended 1993, 1995 and 630.055, RSMo 1980.