(1) The following ratio must be followed:
- (a) the youth to awake staff ratio of a youth group home shall be no more than 8:1 at all times; and
- (b) the youth to awake staff ratio of a youth shelter care facility shall be no more than 8:1 at all times.
- (2) Child care agencies shall meet staffing requirements as set forth in ARM 37.97.207.
- (3) Therapeutic group homes shall meet staffing requirements as set forth in ARM 37.97.903.
- (4) The YCF must have a policy that specifies a nighttime safety protocol for youth.
Authorizing statute(s): 52-2-111, 52-2-603, 52-2-622, MCA
Implementing statute(s): 52-2-113, 52-2-603, 52-2-622, MCA
History: NEW, 2011 MAR p. 387, Eff. 3/25/11.