Common use of Access to Services Clause in Contracts

Access to Services. The Provider shall accept referrals from authorized Department staff only, utilizing a standardized referral format provided by the Department. The Provider will contact the referrer and will schedule the transportation, agreeing on the time and total amount of service, including the agencies wait time policy and arrange where the child is to be picked up and dropped off. Return trips shall also be agreed upon before the transportation occurs. Changes in the agreement shall be discussed 24 hours in advance to assure all parties are informed. It is expected that the Provider will organize and schedule such trips and charge the pro-rated rates. A child shall never be left unattended or left with an unauthorized adult when being transported. Transportation cannot be provided by an individual who has not been credentialed and approved by DCF.

Access to Services. The Provider shall accept referrals from authorized Department staff only, utilizing a standardized referral format provided by the Department. The Provider will contact the referrer and will schedule the transportation, agreeing on the time and total amount of service, including the agencies wait time policy and arrange where the child is to be picked up and dropped off. Return trips shall also be agreed upon before the transportation occurs. Changes in the agreement shall be discussed 24 hours in advance to assure all parties are informed. It is expected that the Provider will organize and schedule such trips and charge the pro-rated rates. A child shall never be left unattended or left with an unauthorized adult when being transported. Transportation cannot be provided by an individual who has not been credentialed and approved by DCF. Providers should not transport without an approved WAF.