Section 9807 - Application for Approval to Provide Services at a Satellite Location(a) A satellite location shall only be established to: (1) Improve access to services for participants located in areas where services are not accessible due to lack of population density, extensive distance from a licensed program or other satellite, or lack of public transportation. As used in this subsection, "extensive distance" means a distance of more than ten miles;(2) Provide services in an area where it is not economically feasible for a fully licensed facility to operate; and/or(3) Provide services for an ethnic population where the unique language needs of that population cannot be met by current licensees in the area served. The current licensee(s) within that area of the county shall be notified by the county alcohol and drug program administrator and given an opportunity to address the need prior to the approval of a satellite under this provision.(b) The licensee shall provide the same level of services (i.e., first offender services or multiple offender services) at the satellite location as provided at the state licensed DUI program.(c) The licensee shall only enroll participants and conduct face-to-face interviews, educational sessions, individual counseling sessions, and group counseling sessions, and collect fees at a satellite location. A separate license shall be required for provision of any other program services or administrative services.(d) The licensee shall not maintain participant records at a satellite site.(e) The licensee shall not provide services to more than 200 participants, enrolled during each fiscal year, at a satellite location.(f) The Department shall not approve a satellite location located within ten miles of another state licensed DUI program if the satellite location is providing the same services and level of service (i.e. first offender or multiple offender services).(g) Satellite locations, which are in existence when this regulation takes effect, that do not meet the requirements of (e) of this regulation, shall have 30 days from the effective date of this regulation to apply for licensure. The Department shall waive the application fee for applications submitted during the 30-day period.(h) A licensee may request to provide program services at a satellite location by submitting an amended application to the Department pursuant to the requirements of this regulation. The licensee shall submit a separate amended application for each proposed satellite location. Each amended application for approval to provide services at a satellite location shall include the following minimum information: (1) The address of the satellite location where the applicant will provide program services, and the level or levels of services (i.e. first offender or multiple offender services) the applicant is requesting approval to provide;(2) The type of program services (i.e., face-to-face interviews, educational sessions, group and individual counseling sessions) to be provided at the satellite location;(3) The frequency and duration of each program service to be provided; and(4) The hours the licensee plans to provide services at the satellite location.(5) A statement describing the need for services at a satellite location, consistent with subsection (a) of this regulation.(6) A written statement by the local county alcohol and drug program administrator verifying the need for the satellite location, the services to be provided, and the specific geographic area to be served at the satellite site.(7) A statement by the licensee that he/she agrees to abide by the restrictions of this regulation and acknowledging that the Department shall withdraw approval for the satellite location if the licensee does not comply with the restrictions of this regulation.(i) The Department shall review and approve the amended application for a satellite location if the application complies with the requirements of this regulation. Within 45 days of receipt of the amended application the Department shall provide written notification to the licensee that the application has been approved or denied [current maximum time for approving amended applications is 60 days, minimum is 30, average is 45].(j) If the Department denies an application for a satellite location, the Department shall send a written notification to the licensee, pursuant to (j) of this regulation. The notification shall: (1) Explain the reason for denial, and(2) Advise the licensee of his/her right to a hearing in accordance with Section 9836 of this Chapter.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 9, § 9807
1. New section filed 9-1-2004; operative 10-1-2004 (Register 2004, No. 36). Note: Authority cited: Sections 11755 and 11836.15, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 11836.16, Health and Safety Code.
1. New section filed 9-1-2004; operative 10-1-2004 (Register 2004, No. 36).