Article 3. Services in Department of Corrections Correctional Facilities
12VAC35-105-1140. Clinical and security coordination.
A. The provider shall have formal and informal methods of resolving procedural and programmatic issues regarding individual care arising between the clinical and security employees or contractors.
B. The provider shall demonstrate ongoing communication between clinical and security employees to ensure individual care.
C. The provider shall provide cross-training for the clinical and security employees or contractors that includes:
1. Mental health, developmental disability, and substance abuse education;
2. Use of clinical and security restraints; and
3. Channels of communication.
D. Employees or contractors shall receive periodic in-service training, and have knowledge of and be able to demonstrate the appropriate use of clinical and security restraint.
E. Security and behavioral assessments shall be completed at the time of admission to determine service eligibility and at least weekly for the safety of individuals, other persons, employees, and visitors.
F. Personal grooming and care services for individuals shall be a cooperative effort between the clinical and security employees or contractors.
G. Clinical needs and security level shall be considered when arrangements are made regarding privacy for individual contact with family and attorneys.
H. Living quarters shall be assigned on the basis of the individual's security level and clinical needs.
I. An assessment of the individual's clinical condition and needs shall be made when disciplinary action or restrictions are required for infractions of security measures.
J. Clinical services consistent with the individual's condition and plan of treatment shall be provided when security detention or isolation is imposed.
Statutory Authority
§§ 37.2-302 and 37.2-400 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 18, Issue 18, eff. September 19, 2002; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 5, eff. December 7, 2011; Volume 36, Issue 22, eff. August 1, 2020.
12VAC35-105-1150. Other requirements for correctional facilities.
A. Group bathroom facilities shall be partitioned between toilets and urinals to provide privacy.
B. If uniform clothing is required, the clothing shall be properly fitted, climatically suitable, durable, and presentable.
C. Financial compensation for work performed shall be determined by the Department of Corrections. Personal housecleaning tasks may be assigned without compensation to the individual.
D. The use of audio equipment, such as televisions, radios, and record players, shall not interfere with therapeutic activities.
E. Aftercare planning for individuals nearing the end of incarceration shall include a provision for continuing medication and follow-up services with area community services to facilitate successful reintegration into the community including specific appointment provided to the inmate no later than the day of release.
Statutory Authority
§ 37.2-203 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 18, Issue 18, eff. September 19, 2002; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 5, eff. December 7, 2011.