Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 95-3-4 - Personnel4.1. Selection, Retention, and Promotion. The selection, retention, and promotion of all personnel shall be on the basis of merit and specified qualifications.4.2. Criminal Record Check. In accordance with state and federal statutes, a criminal record check and complete background investigation shall be conducted on all new employees to ascertain whether there are criminal convictions or other information which has a specific relationship to job performance.4.3. Physicial Examination. A physical examination of all employees by a physician at the time of employment shall be required. Provision shall exist for re-examination when indicated.4.4. Probationary Employees. There shall be a procedure governing probationary employment. New or promoted employees are appointed initially for a probationary term of one year. After successful completion of the initial probationary period, employees shall be granted permanent status.4.5. Conflict of Interest. Employees shall be prohibited from using their official position to secure privileges for themselves or others and from engaging in activities that constitute a conflict of interest.4.6. Disciplinary Actions. Employees on permanent status shall be terminated or demoted only for just cause and after grievance and appeals procedures, if requested, have been exhausted.4.7. Annual Evaluation. A written performance evaluation of all employees, based on defined criteria related to job performance shall be provided at least annually. The evaluation shall bear a direct relationship to the skills, knowledge areas, aptitudes and personal characteristics defined in the job description. Employees shall review and discuss the performance evaluation with the person who completes it. If employees disagree with the evaluation, they shall have the opportunity to express their opinions in writing; their statements shall be included in their personnel files.4.8. First Aid Training. There shall be at least one employee certified in first aid and CPR available at all times on each shift.4.9. Personnel Records. The facility administrator or parent agency shall maintain a current, accurate and confidential personnel record for each employee. 4.10. Record Confidentiality. Written policy and procedure shall provide for the confidentiality of the personnel record and restrict its availability to the employee who is the subject of the record, to administrators and supervisors directly responsible for the employee, and to other personnel who need the information for the performance of their duties.4.11. Record Correction. Provision shall be available for employees to challenge all information in their personnel file and establish a process for correction or removal of inaccuracies.