(1) An inmate that, in the judgment of the department, meets one or more of the following conditions because of a mental illness should be considered for assignment to mental health special housing:
- (a) A danger to others;
- (b) A danger to self (including all inmates who are acutely suicidal);
- (c) Unable to care for his/her basic needs;
- (d) In an acute phase of mental or emotional disorder; or
- (e) Needs a diagnostic evaluation or medication adjustment.
- (2) If any staff member thinks an inmate is in need of mental health treatment in mental health special housing, the concerned staff member may submit a recommendation for a mental health evaluation.
- (3) A mental health specialist shall complete an evaluation of the inmate within five calendar days.
- (4) If the mental health specialist recommends placement, he/she will make the appropriate referral.
- (5) Upon completion of the evaluation, the inmate will be assigned to a mental health special housing unit or be returned to his/her former status if assignment to mental health special housing is not needed.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 179.040, 423.020, 423.030 & 423.075
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 179.040, 423.020, 423.030 & 423.075
History
DOC 6-2011, f. 3-31-11, cert. ef. 4-1-11
DOC 18-2010(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 12-13-10 thru 6-11-11