N.J. Admin. Code § 13:44G-13.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 13:44G-13.5 - Informed consent

(a) Before commencing the custody/parenting time evaluation, an LCSW shall provide information, in writing, to the parties to assist them in understanding the nature of the custody/parenting time evaluation and the implications of their agreement to participate. This information shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Purpose, procedures and methods;

2. Fees;

3. Responsibility of parties for payment of the fees and whether payment will be required prior to the delivery of the report;

4. Limits of confidentiality;

5. Special policies pertaining to issues, such as cancelled and/or missed appointments; and

6. Limitation on communications as set forth in 13:44G-13.4.

(b) An LCSW shall inform the parties about the purpose of any assessment instruments, interview techniques and the use of any information collected. The LCSW shall provide this information, as appropriate, to children, to the extent that they are able to understand.

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