5-011.10G1 Initial Requirements

To become contracted, providers must -

1. Meet the general provider requirements in 474 NAC 3-002.02:

2. Have experience in performing tasks similar to those of a family support provider;

3. Be free of communicable disease, have the physical capability to provide service, and be willing to provide a physician's verification statement if, based upon the prudent person principle, the worker requests one;

4. Demonstrate acceptance of, respect for, and a positive attitude toward other people;

5. Exhibit emotional maturity in assuming responsibility, maintaining schedules, and adapting to new situations;

6. Possess the necessary skills to demonstrate, complete, instruct, and support individuals in performing identified family support tasks;

7. Participate in (or show proof of past participation in) basic family support service training provided by the Department;

8. Agree to meet transportation provider requirements when providing transportation as a part of the delivery of family support;

9. Be cleared with the Child Abuse/Neglect Central Registry and not be be abusive or neglectful toward children;

10. Possess reading and writing skills necessary for contracting, reporting, and delivery of service; and

11. Sign a statement to ensure the confidentiality of client information.