Section 441.105.7. Assessments.

       105.7(1) Personal. At the time of intake and throughout a child’s stay, individual needs will be identified by staff. The initial and ongoing determination of each child’s needs will be based on written and verbal information from referral sources, observable behavior at intake, initial interview with the youth or family, school contacts, physical examination, and other relevant materials. The individual assessment shall provide the basis for development of a care plan for each youth.

       105.7(2) Educational. An educational assessment shall be developed by the staff and referring worker for each child. When appropriate, other agencies such as the public schools and the area education agency shall be involved.