Sec. 10.09.56.07. Specific Conditions for Participation — Respite Care

A. The respite care provider shall have adequate liability insurance and be appropriately bonded.

B. A professional who provides respite care services or supervises a direct care worker rendering the services shall be:

(1) Certified in accordance with COMAR 13A.12.01 as a psychologist or special educator; or

(2) Licensed as a psychologist, social worker, registered nurse, professional counselor, or occupational therapist; or

(3) A qualified developmental disabilities professional in accordance with COMAR 10.09.26.01B(28);

(4) Certified nationally by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst; or

(5) An individual with a master's degree or doctorate degree in special education or a related field and at least 5 years experience in providing training or consultation in the area of autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities.

C. An agency that provides respite care services shall employ direct care workers who meet qualifications in accordance with Regulation .04E of this chapter.

D. A respite care provider shall demonstrate the capability and capacity of providing respite care services by submitting documentation of experience and a written implementation plan which includes at a minimum policies and procedures regarding:

(1) Abuse, neglect, and exploitation;

(2) Positive behavior interventions and restraints;

(3) Emergency backup plans;

(4) Transportation of participants;

(5) Maintenance of required documentation;

(6) Training and supervision of staff;

(7) Quality assurance; and

(8) HIPAA.

E. Documentation of Service.

(1) Maintain daily contact logs completed on the same day the service is provided and reflective of interventions; and

(2) Make documentation of services available for review by the State, when requested.