조치 통지: 행동 건강 및 발달 서비스국(DBHDS)은 제6부, 변형 규정(12VAC35-115-220)에 따라, 행동 건강 및 발달 서비스부(DBHDS)가 면허를 부여하거나 자금 지원을 제공하거나 운영하는 서비스 제공자로부터 서비스를 받는 개인의 권리를 보장하기 위한 규정(12VAC35-115) 이하 "인권 규정"이라 함)에 따라, 주 인권 위원회(SHRC)에 제출된 인권 규정 변형 신청에 대한 공개 의견 수렴 기회를 공고합니다. 이 규정의 목적은 DBHDS가 운영하거나 허가 또는 자금 지원을 받는 시설 또는 프로그램에서 서비스를 받는 개인의 법적 권리와 인권을 보장하고 보호하는 것입니다.

각 예외 신청서는 예외가 필요한 해당 규정의 특정 부분을 명시하고, 대체 규칙 또는 절차의 제안된 문구, 그리고 예외의 근거를 포함해야 합니다. 해당 신청서에는 변형의 적용 기간에 대한 시간 제한 및 기타 조건, 그리고 변형의 적용이 종료되는 상황도 명시되어 있습니다. 모든 관련 정보(의견 포함)를 검토한 결과, SHRC는 각 예외 신청에 대해 연기, 불승인, 수정, 또는 승인을 결정하는 서면 결정을 제출할 예정입니다. 모든 변동 사항은 특정 기간 동안 승인되어야 합니다. 차이 사항의 결정 및 그 사유는 본 등록부의 후속 호에 게재될 것입니다.

Purpose of notice: The SHRC is seeking comment on the application for proposed new variances to the Human Rights Regulations for DBHDS’ Virginia Center for Behavioral Rehabilitation (VCBR).

Variance to Procedures for 12VAC35-115-150 General Provisions;

12VAC35-l 15-175 Human Rights Complaint Process; l2VAC35-115-180 Local Human Rights Committee Hearing and Review Procedures; 12VAC35-115-190 Special Procedures for Emergency Hearings by the LHRC; 12VAC35-115-200 Special Procedures for LHRC Reviews Involving Consent and Authorization; and 12VAC35-115-210 State Human Rights Committee Appeals Procedures.

Explanation: Prior to 2010, VCBR followed the complaint process outlined in the Human Rights Regulations. As the census of the facility grew, the volume of complaints from residents overburdened the LHRC and became a treatment distraction for residents. The modified resident complaint process provides a similar level of review to the regulations listed above. This modified complaint process allows for a review of complaints at a "Formal" and "Director" level within the facility. The "Complaints Coordinator" of the facility meets with the resident at the Formal level in an attempt to resolve the issue at hand. At the Director level, the facility director or designee reviews the complaint and attempts to resolve the issue at hand. If the resident is not satisfied with the determination or actions by the facility, the resident may appeal the decision to the VCBR Complaints Appeal Committee. This Appeal Committee is comprised of two members of the SHRC and the Director of the DBHDS Office of Human Rights. Of note, having the Appeal Committee ensures that there is still a process in place for a final review by individuals not affiliated with the facility.

Variance to Procedures for 12VAC35-115-100 Restrictions on Freedoms of Everyday Life: B. 5 - LHRC Review of imposed restrictions that last longer than seven days/imposed three or more times during a thirty-day period.

Explanation: This variance permits VCBR to place a resident on restriction, under this subsection or under 12VAC35-l 15-50, which lasts longer than seven days or is imposed three or more times in a thirty-day time period without the approval of a local human rights committee (LHRC). Sexually violent predators may engage in behaviors that require an immediate restriction to ensure safety. It is necessary to implement restrictions in a timely manner so that the safety of residents and the general public is maintained. Prior review of a restriction by a LHRC may delay the implementation or continuation of a necessary restriction, increasing risk. Sexually violent predators may plan dangerous actions to circumvent established time frames for review (e.g., seven or thirty days). Longer and more frequent restrictions, as determined by the individual\'s treatment team, may be required to assure the safety of residents, staff, and the general public. An individual may utilize the facility complaint process to request review of an imposed restriction.

Procedures for ensuring residents’ freedoms of everyday life within VCBR and procedures for implementing restrictions on those freedoms shall be outlined in Facility Instruction No. 201, Restrictions on Freedoms of Everyday Life.

Variance to Procedures for 12VAC35-l l 5-50 C.3. a - reasonable privacy and private storage space.

Explanation: While VCBR is substantially able to meet the requirements of this section, the facility does ·\'double-bunk" individuals in rooms that are approximately 85 square feet. The facility provides private (lockable) storages spaces to residents in their rooms.

Variances to these regulations by the state facility listed above are reviewed by the SHRC at least annually, with reports to the SHRC regarding the variances as requested.

Public comment period: March 29, 2021, through April 12, 2021.

Description of proposal: The proposed variance application must comply with the general requirements of Part VI, Variances (12VAC35-115-220), of the Human Rights Regulations.

How to comment: The SHRC accepts written comments by email, fax, and postal mail. In order to be considered, comments must include the full name, address, and telephone number of the person commenting and be received by DBHDS, who will provide them to the SHRC, by the last day of the comment period. All information received is part of the public record.

제안서를 검토하려면: 변동 신청서 및 관련 서류는 아래에 명시된 DBHDS 담당자에게 연락하여 얻을 수 있습니다.

Contact Information: Taneika Goldman, Director, Office of Human Rights, Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, 1220 East Bank Street, P.O. Box 1797, Richmond, VA 23218-1797, telephone (804) 371-0064, FAX (833) 734-1241, or email taneika.goldman@dbhds.virginia.gov.