N.D. Admin. Code 75-03-36-36

Current through Supplement No. 395, January, 2025

Section 75-03-36-36 - Foster care - Program files

1. The child-placing agency shall maintain a file for each child. This file must include:

a. The child's full name, date of birth, and other identifying information;

b. The name and contact information of a custodian, parent, or guardian, and other pertinent individuals;

c. Signed care agreement or contract establishing the child-placing agency's authority to accept and place the child;

d. An explanation of custody and legal responsibility for consent to any medical or surgical care;

e. An explanation of responsibility for payment for care and services;

f. A current case plan;

g. A copy of the appropriate interstate compact forms, if applicable;

h. Progress reports that are developed by the child-placing agency and provided at least quarterly to the child's custodian, parent, or guardian;

i. Medical records, including annual health tracks screenings, immunization records, and evidence of appropriate medical followthrough; and

j. School records, including individual education plans, if applicable

2. The child-placing agency shall maintain a current case file on each family foster care provider, including:

a. Current contact information for foster care providers;

b. Initial and renewal licensing documents;

c. Fingerprint-based criminal background checks;

d. Initial and annual child abuse and neglect index checks;

e. Child-placing agency specific assessments and supporting documentation;

f. Correspondence; and

g. Child-placing agency agreements or contracts.

N.D. Admin Code 75-03-36-36

Effective April 1, 2010; amended effective January 1, 2012.

Amended by Administrative Rules Supplement 2024-392, April 2024, effective 4/1/2024.

General Authority: NDCC 50-12-05, 50-12-07

Law Implemented: NDCC 50-12-05, 50-12-07