1. (a) Each client who performs work which is of economic value to the state facility shall receive compensation for such work.

2. (b) A state facility may allow the client to work for the facility only under the following conditions:

   1. (1) if the work is part of the client's individual treatment or habilitation plan;
   2. (2) if the work is performed voluntarily;
   3. (3) if the client is paid wages commensurate with the economic value of the work on the open market (except as specifically explained in Rule .0302 of this Section); and
   4. (4) if the work project complies with local, state and federal laws and regulations.

History Note: Authority G.S. 122C‑51; 143B‑147;
Eff. October 1, 1984;
Amended Eff. July 1, 1989;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. March 6, 2018.