Current through Register Vol. 54, No.43, October 26, 2024
Section 6500.48 - Annual training(a) The primary caregiver and the life sharing specialist shall complete 24 hours of training related to job skills and knowledge each year.(b) The annual training hours specified in subsection (a) must encompass the following areas: (1) The application of person-centered practices, rights, facilitating community integration, individual choice and supporting individuals to develop and maintain relationships.(2) The prevention, detection and reporting of abuse, suspected abuse and alleged abuse in accordance with the Older Adults Protective Services Act (35 P.S. §§ 10225.101-10225.5102), the Child Protective Services Law (23 Pa.C.S. §§ 6301-6386), the Adult Protective Services Act (35 P.S. §§ 10210.101-10210.704) and applicable protective services regulations.(4) Recognizing and reporting incidents.(5) The safe and appropriate use of behavior supports.(6) Implementation of the individual plan.The provisions of this §6500.48 adopted October 4, 2019, effective in 120 days, 49 Pa.B. 5777.The provisions of this §6500.48 issued under sections 201(2), 403(b), 403.1(a) and (b), 911 and 1021 of the Human Services Code (62 P.S. §§ 201(2), 403(b), 403.1(a) and (b), 911 and 1021); and section 201(2) of the Mental Health and Intellectual Disability Act of 1966 (50 P.S. § 4201(2)).