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016.04.4-4. New Programs Commencing Operation

AR ADC 016.04.4-4Arkansas Administrative Code

West's Arkansas Administrative Code
Title 016. Department of Human Services
Division 04. Division of Behavioral Health
Rule 4. Licensure Standards for Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Treatment Programs (Refs & Annos)
Ark. Admin. Code 016.04.4-4
016.04.4-4. New Programs Commencing Operation
Currentness
Programs seeking licensure, or required to receive a licensure review, will complete all steps specified in the application process. OADAP shall review standards applicable to programs that have not yet provided substance abuse treatment. If the program has met the requirements outlined below, OADAP will issue a six (6) month operational permit.
1. Governing Board Authority and Procedures
2. Program Planning and Evaluation Processes
3. Employment and Personnel Practices
4. Program Services (to include applicable specialized services applied for)
5. Inspection of the Physical Plant
6. Articles of Incorporation/By Laws on file with the Arkansas Secretary of State
7. Board Minutes on file
8. Insurance Documentation
9. Evidence of current valid certifications of building, fire, safety and health inspections.
10. Policies and Procedures Manual
11. Client Handbook
Prior to expiration of the six (6) month operational permit, a formal review, with a Standards Review Team (SRT) will be performed to determine the program's level of compliance with all applicable standards. If the program under review is found to be in full compliance with all applicable standards, then the SRT shall recommend a one (1) year license.

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Amended Dec. 26, 2010.
Current with amendments received through February 15, 2024. Some sections may be more current, see credit for details.
Ark. Admin. Code 016.04.4-4, AR ADC 016.04.4-4
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