1. (a) A PRS staff and an individual shall jointly develop an IRP that is consistent with the assessment and includes the following:

   1. (1) A goal designed to achieve an outcome.
   2. (2) The method of service provision, including skill development and resource acquisition.
   3. (3) The responsibilities of the individual and the staff.
   4. (4) Action steps and time frame.
   5. (5) The expected frequency and duration of participation in the PRS.
   6. (6) The intended service location.
   7. (7) Dated signatures of the individual, the staff working with the individual and the PRS director.
2. (b) A PRS agency shall complete an IRP by day 20 of attendance, but no more than 60 calendar days after initial contact.

3. (c) A PRS agency and an individual shall update the IRP at least every 90 calendar days and when:

   1. (1) A goal is completed.
   2. (2) No significant progress is made.
   3. (3) An individual requests a change.

4. (d) An IRP update must include a comprehensive summary of the individual’s progress that includes the following:

   1. (1) A description of the service in the context of the goal identified in the IRP.
   2. (2) Documentation of individual participation and response to service.
   3. (3) A summary of progress or lack of progress toward the goal in the IRP.
   4. (4) A summary of changes made to the IRP.
   5. (5) The dated signature of the individual.
   6. (6) Documentation of the reason if the individual does not sign.
   7. (7) The dated signature of the PRS staff working with the individual and the dated signature of the PRS director.

Cross References

This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 5230.32 (relating to continued stay requirements).