27A-5-1. Determination of standards for locally operated centers.The Department of Social Services shall determine and establish reasonable standards and requirements for the locally operated nonprofit mental health centers operated within the State of South Dakota to qualify for assistance from the State of South Dakota. The secretary of social services may adopt reasonable rules in regard to the following standards and requirements:(1)Staff requirements;(2)Administration, audit requirements, and record keeping;(3)Services provided;(4)Patient rights; and(5)Such other standards as are necessary for the safety and health of clients and patients. Source: SL 1966, ch 186, §7 (2); SDCL §27-5-2; SL 1975, ch 181, §63; SL 1981, ch 199, §13; SL 1989, ch 21, §77; SL 2011, ch 1 (Ex. Ord. 11-1), §163, eff. Apr. 12, 2011.
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