A few of the regs for RTPs in Utah. Could this be why Litchfield's programs for the "really bad kids" are out of the country?
Regarding the facilities in Utah- are they following these MINIMAL requirements? Some of the most lax regs I've read. No mention of mail, calls, punishment, etc.
Deborah
http://www.rules.utah.gov/publicat/code ... 501-19.htmc. a licensed mental health therapist or consulting licensed mental health therapist, to provide a minimum of one hour of service to the program per week per consumer enrolled.
d. A licensed medical practitioner, by written agreement, shall be available to provide, as needed, a minimum of one hour of service per week for every two consumers enrolled.
e. Other staff trained to work with emotionally and behaviorally disturbed, or conduct disordered children and youth shall be under the supervision of a licensed clinical professional.
f. A minimum of two staff on duty and, a staff ratio of no less than one staff to every four consumers shall exist at all times, except nighttime sleeping hours when staff may be reduced.
1. The program shall ensure that the appearance and cleanliness of the building and grounds are maintained.
2. The program shall take reasonable measures to ensure a safe physical environment for consumers and staff.
D. Provision shall be made for consumer privacy.
1. No more than four persons, or two for Division of Services for People With Disabilities programs, shall be housed in a single bedroom.
2. A minimum of sixty square feet per consumer shall be provided in a multiple occupant bedroom. Storage space will not be counted.
7. Consumers shall be allowed to decorate and personalize bedrooms with respect for other residents and property.
3. Each bathroom shall be properly equipped with toilet paper, towels, soap, and other items required for personal hygiene.
5. Bathrooms shall meet a minimum ratio of one toilet, one lavatory, and one tub or shower for each six residents.
6. There shall be toilets and baths or showers which allow for individual privacy.
A. One staff shall be responsible for food service. If this person is not a professionally qualified dietitian, regularly scheduled consultation with a professionally qualified dietitian shall be obtained. Meals served shall be from dietitian approved menus.
C. Prescriptive medication shall be provided as prescribed by a qualified physician, according to the Medical Practices Act.
A. Provisions shall be available for adolescents to continue their education with a curriculum approved by the State Office of Education.
B. Programs which provide their own school shall be recognized by an educational accreditation organization, i.e., State Board of Education or the National School Accreditation Board.
F. Residential facilities shall be located where school, church, recreation, and other community facilities are available.
