Sec. 14.11.01.09. Participant's Responsibilities

A. A participant shall:

(1) Select, hire, train, supervise, terminate, and pay the attendant, including payment of applicable federal and State employment taxes;

(2) Maintain accurate records of hours and days that attendant care services are provided;

(3) Prepare and submit all billing forms in accordance with the Fiscal Payment Schedule;

(4) Reimburse the Department for any overpayment;

(5) Reimburse the Department for any outstanding advanced payment;

(6) Submit all required documentation to determine continued eligibility for participation in the Program at least once every 12 months, or more often as requested by the Program Director; and

(7) Comply with the attendant care agreement requirements, and provide a signed copy to the Department at the initial eligibility determination and at the request of the Department at any time thereafter.

B. A participant shall employ an attendant who is 18 years old or older, and who is not a spouse of the participant.

C. A participant shall notify the Program Director within 14 days of any changes in circumstances that affect eligibility for the Program for financial assistance.