DHS 50.04(1)(b)(b) “Waiver” means an exemption from a requirement of this chapter.
DHS 50.04(2)(2)The department may grant a waiver or variance if the department determines that the proposed waiver or variance will not diminish the effectiveness of the services provided and will not jeopardize the health, safety, welfare, or rights of any youth. The department may specify a timeframe or time limit for the waiver. A request for a variance or waiver must be submitted on a form provided by the department.
DHS 50.04 NoteNote: A variance and waiver request form is available by accessing https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/library/f-60289.htm.
DHS 50.04(3)(3)The department may rescind or limit a waiver or variance at any time by notifying the YCSF, if any of the following occurs:
DHS 50.04(3)(a)(a) The department determines the waiver or variance has adversely affected or is likely to adversely affect the health, safety or welfare of the youths.
DHS 50.04(3)(b)(b) The YCSF fails to comply with any of the conditions of the waiver or variance as granted.
DHS 50.04(4)(4)The department shall inform a YCSF in writing if it rescinds or limits a waiver or variance.
DHS 50.04 HistoryHistory: EmR1922: emerg. cr., eff. 11-2-19; CR 19-077: cr. Register July 2020 No. 775, eff. 8-1-20.
DHS 50.05DHS 50.05Program Statement. A program statement shall contain all of the following:
DHS 50.05(1)(1)A description of how the YCSF fits into a continuum of care for youth crisis stabilization and treatment services.
DHS 50.05(2)(2)A description of services the program intends to provide, including all of the following:
DHS 50.05(2)(a)(a) Referral and screening procedures.
DHS 50.05(2)(b)(b) Intake procedures, including medication review.
DHS 50.05(2)(c)(c) Assessment and treatment planning, including assessment of risk factors and safety planning for youth.
DHS 50.05(2)(d)(d) Treatment services, including crisis prevention and emotional regulation, including, if applicable, a description of any services that will be delivered in a group setting.
DHS 50.05(2)(e)(e) Care coordination.
DHS 50.05(2)(f)(f) Discharge planning, including any linkages and follow-up.
DHS 50.05(3)(3)A description of the therapeutic environment the program proposes to create, its intended therapeutic benefits, and the rationale supporting its use for the youth served by the YCSF. This description shall include:
DHS 50.05(3)(a)(a) Any evidence-based practices and other services to be implemented at the YCSF. The description should include a rationale for how the services will help the youth population achieve and sustain positive outcomes.
DHS 50.05(3)(b)(b) A plan for coordination of any services that will be provided through outside providers, including with any of a youth’s current providers.
DHS 50.05(4)(4)A description of how the YCSF and its services are trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive.
DHS 50.05(5)(5)A description of how the YCSF encourages involvement of families and caregivers in treatment planning and services, and involves individuals authorized to participate in the treatment planning and services.
DHS 50.05(6)(6)A description of the YCSF’s process for communicating with a youth’s school or educational setting and the measures it will take to facilitate a youth’s ability to stay up to date in educational expectations.
DHS 50.05(7)(7)The proposed schedule of the program, including any times allocated for treatment, recreation, study time, and meals.
DHS 50.05(8)(8)The YCSF’s proposal for meeting staffing level requirements in s. DHS 50.07, the qualifications and roles for each position, and an analysis showing that staffing is adequate to meet the needs of the youth that the program proposes to serve.
DHS 50.05(9)(9)A description of food service and how it will be provided, including at least three meals a day and snacks.
DHS 50.05(10)(10)A description of how the program will offer appropriate indoor and outdoor recreation activities.
DHS 50.05(11)(11)A description of methods used to evaluate services.
DHS 50.05 HistoryHistory: EmR1922: emerg. cr., eff. 11-2-19; CR 19-077: cr. Register July 2020 No. 775, eff. 8-1-20.