Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.07.39.200

Current through September 2, 2024

Section 16.07.39.200 - QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT AS A DESIGNATED EXAMINER

To be appointed and practice as a designated examiner, an applicant must meet the following:

01.Required License. Each applicant maintains their professional licensure for the duration of their appointment and be one (1) of the following:

a. Physician;

b. Psychologist;

c. Advanced Practice Registered Nurse;

d. Clinical Professional Counselor;

e. Professional Counselor;

f. Clinical Social Worker;

g. Masters Social Worker;

h. Marriage and Family Therapist.

i. Physician Assistant.

j. Psychiatrist.

k. Psychiatric Nurse.

02.Required Experience and Abilities.

a. At least two (2) years of post-master's degree experience in a clinical mental health setting which includes:

i. Assessment of the likelihood of danger to self or others, grave disability, capacity to give informed consent, and capacity to understand legal proceedings;

ii. Use of DSM-5TR diagnostic criteria;

iii. Treatment of mental health disorders including knowledge of treatment modalities and experience applying treatment modalities in a clinical setting; and

iv. An understanding of the differences between behavior due to mental illness, which poses a substantial likelihood of serious harm to self or others, or which may result in grave disability from behavior which does not represent such a threat or risk.

b. Knowledge of and experience applying Idaho mental health law based on the required training outlined under Subsection 200.03 of this rule including:

i. Experience that demonstrates understanding of the judicial process, including the conduct of commitment hearings.

ii. Experience preparing reports for the court and testifying before a court of law. Experience includes demonstrating an ability to provide the court with a thorough and complete oral and written evaluation that addresses the standards and questions set forth in the law; and

iii. Knowledge of a client's legal rights.

03.Required Training. Completion of:

a. A minimum of six (6) hours of training, provided by a Department-approved trainer, on the role of designated examiners and the processes used in fulfilling the responsibilities of designated examiners.

b. A minimum of four (4) additional hours observing a designated examiner conducting a designated examination.

Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.07.39.200

Effective July 1, 2024