(1) Agencies certified for behavioral health information and assistance services provide information and assistance services that are considered nontreatment behavioral health services that support an individual who has a need for interventions related to behavioral health. Behavioral health information and assistance services under this certification include services such as:

(a) Crisis telephone support in accordance with the service standards in WAC 246-341-0670; and

(b) Emergency service patrol in accordance with the service standards in WAC 246-341-0680.

(2) Agencies providing information and assistance services are not required to meet the requirements under WAC 246-341-0640.

(3) Agencies providing information and assistance services must maintain and provide a list of resources, including self-help groups, behavioral health services referral options, legal, employment, education, interpreter, and social and health services that can be used by staff members to refer an individual to appropriate services.