The licensee must appoint an administrator who:

1. (1) Is at least twenty-one years old;
2. (2) Has a bachelor's degree in social sciences, social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or an allied medical field;
3. (3) Meets the training requirements under chapter 388-112A WAC and has specialized training in the provision of the care and services required for vulnerable adults with dementia, mental health and behavioral issues;
4. (4) Has at least one year of full-time experience working with vulnerable populations with complex personal care and behavioral needs;
5. (5) Knows and understands how to apply Washington state statutes and administrative rules related to the operation of a long-term care facility; and
6. (6) Is qualified to perform the administrator's responsibilities specified in WAC 388-107-1190.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.97 RCW. WSR 18-20-040, § 388-107-1180, filed 9/25/18, effective 10/26/18; WSR 14-19-071, § 388-107-1180, filed 9/12/14, effective 10/13/14.]