Section 8-1001 – Definitions
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) (1) “Cooperating department” means a unit of the State government responsible for out–of–home placement of children. (2) “Cooperating department” includes: (i) the Department of Juvenile Services; and (ii) the Department of Human Services. (c) “Direct care staff” means staff assigned to perform direct responsibilities related to activities of daily living, […]
Section 8-1002 – Applicability of Subtitle
This subtitle does not apply to: (1) a shelter care facility or residential respite program licensed by the Department of Human Services; or (2) a detention center or shelter care facility operated by or under contract with the Department of Juvenile Services.
Section 8-1004 – Development, Coordination, and Implementation of System for Outcomes Evaluation
(a) On or before July 1, 2008, the Office and the cooperating departments shall develop, coordinate, and implement a system for outcomes evaluation. (b) The system for outcomes evaluation shall be used to: (1) monitor the care, supervision, education, and treatment provided by State–operated and State–supported programs described in § 8–1001(d)(2) of this subtitle so that successful services […]