SECTION 135:10-25-5. Eligibility standards for a functioning freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team  


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  •   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team shall adhere to the following minimal standards to be designated as a functioning freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team:
    (1)   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team shall annually review the Interagency Agreement signed by members of the team.
    (2)   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team shall utilize a Confidentiality Statement approved by the Commission;
    (3)   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team shall conduct joint investigations whenever feasible involving law enforcement and child welfare in an effort to respond to child abuse reports;
    (4)   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team shall have written investigation and interview protocols for investigating child maltreatment approved by the Commission;
    (5)   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team shall utilize a case review process approved by the Commission;
    (6)   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team shall annually complete the Annual Survey document and submit to the Commission in a format and schedule proscribed by the Commission;
    (7)   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team members shall participate in on-going professional development training;
    (8)   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team shall have a written Financial Accountability policy that includes but is not limited to: process for development of annual team budget, signature requirements for checks issued, quarterly expenditure report, cash receipts, cash disbursements, reconciliation, purchasing, and payroll;
    (9)   A freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team shall develop individual and team expertise;
    (10)   Whenever feasible the Commission and freestanding multidisciplinary child abuse team will conduct a Community Needs Assessment to identify available services, service gaps, untapped resources, and priorities for development or improvement of services to the victim and family according to schedule established by the Commission.
[Source: Added at 31 Ok Reg 878, eff 9-12-14]