SECTION 450:24-7-7. Behavioral Health Service Plan  


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  • (a)   The service plan is performed by a LBHP or Licensure Candidate with the active participation of the consumer and a support person or advocate if requested by the consumer. In the case of children under the age of 18, it is performed with the participation of the parent or guardian, if allowed by law, and the child as age and developmentally appropriate. The service plan shall provide the formation of measurable service objectives and reflect ongoing changes in goals and objectives based upon consumer's progress or preference or the identification of new needs, challenges and problems.
    (b)   The service plan is developed after and based on information obtained in the mental health assessment and includes the evaluation of the assessment information by the clinician and the consumer.
    (c)   For adults, the service plan must be focused on recovery and achieving maximum community interaction and involvement including goals for employment, independent living, volunteer work, or training. For children, the service plan must address school and educational concerns and assisting the family in caring for the child in the least restrictive level of care.
    (d)   Comprehensive service plans must be completed within six (6) treatment sessions and adhere to the format and content requirements described in the facility policy and procedures.
    (e)   Service plan updates should occur at a minimum of every 6 months during which services are provided and adhere to the format and content requirements described in the facility policy and procedures.
    (f)   Service plans, both comprehensive and update, must include dated signatures for the consumer customer (if over age 14), the parent/guardian (if under age18 or otherwise applicable), and the primary service practitioner. Signatures must be obtained after the service plan is completed.
    (g)   Compliance with 450:24-7-7 shall be determined by a review of the clinical records, policies and procedures, and interviews with staff and consumers, and other agency documentation.
[Source: Added at 28 Ok Reg 2025, eff 10-1-11; Amended at 35 Ok Reg 1845, eff 10-1-18]