Facilities licensed as OYSs must:

1. (1) Only accept placements from youth if they self-refer;
2. (2) Not accept placement from licensed kinship caregivers or foster parents;

3. (3) In addition to the requirements in WAC 110-145-2850, assess each youth's:

   1. (a) Physical and medical needs, including medication;
   2. (b) School status;
   3. (c) Immediate needs for counseling; and
   4. (d) Housing options for the near future;

4. (4) Offer an additional assessment that includes:

   1. (a) Emergency phone contacts;
   2. (b) Areas of possible problems, such as medical problems, family situation, and suicide evaluation;
   3. (c) History of assault or predatory behavior; and
   4. (d) Drug and alcohol involvement; and
5. (5) Determine at the time of admission whether the parents or guardians are aware of the whereabouts of the youth and follow the requirements of WAC 110-145-2800, if applicable.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 74.15.030. WSR 25-23-103, s 110-145-3360, filed 11/18/25, effective 5/1/26.]