A companion home provider must:
(1) Be able to read, understand, and provide the services outlined in the client's person-centered service plan;
(2) Participate in the development of the person-centered service plan;
(3) Communicate with the client in the client's preferred language;
(4) Accommodate the client's preferences;
(5) Know the community resources, such as medical facilities, emergency resources, and recreational opportunities;
(6) Enable the client to keep in touch with family and friends in a way preferred by the client;
(7) Use instruction techniques appropriate for the client's learning style;
(8) Protect the client's financial interests;
(9) Follow mandatory reporting requirements under chapter 74.34 RCW;
(10) Know how and when to contact the client's legal representative;
(11) Know how and when to contact the client's case manager;
(12) Meet training requirements under chapter 388-829 WAC;
(13) Maintain all necessary license and certification requirements under this chapter;
(14) Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and contract requirements;
(15) Complete nurse delegation training if the client needs medication administration or delegated nursing tasks; and
(16) Have the ability to electronically:
(a) Submit reimbursement claims;
(b) Complete and submit mandatory forms;
(c) Complete mandatory trainings; and
(d) Receive and respond to communications from DSHS within prescribed time frames.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030, 71A.12.040, 71A.12.110, and 71A.12.120. WSR 25-11-093, s 388-829C-080, filed 5/21/25, effective 7/1/25. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030, 71A.10.020 and 71A.12.040. WSR 18-22-106, § 388-829C-080, filed 11/6/18, effective 12/7/18. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.30 [ 71A.12.030] and Title 71A RCW. WSR 07-16-102, § 388-829C-080, filed 7/31/07, effective 9/1/07.]