32 Miss. Code. R. 1-22.2
* Documentation throughout the case file must show that the services planned and provided did in fact contribute significantly to the client's ability to functioning more independently in the home or community.
* The case file should document the reason(s) any planned service(s) was not provided or services closed not met.
* If counseling and guidance were planned, there must be documentation to indicate that this service was provided at appropriate intervals. Any delays or interruptions of services should be documented.
* There must always be documentation of essential counseling and guidance before a case can be closed as rehabilitated, Goals Met.
* Appropriate contact by agency staff should be documented as required (at least every 90 days and more often if warranted by client's disability or services being provided, ex. waiver services). Any reason for extended periods of time without contact should be documented.
* Documentation at case closure must show that the Counselor personally contacted the consumer at the time of closure and that case closure was discussed.
* All documentation must indicate that the appropriate mode of communication was used.
* The appropriate agency-closing letter is labeled "Closing Statement" and must be used to notify the consumer of closure. This letter contains information required by law for closure notification.
* Documentation of the consumer and Counselor contact at closure along with the "Closing Statement" letter should meet the documentation requirements.
32 Miss. Code. R. 1-22.2