Common use of Authorization for Services Clause in Contracts

Authorization for Services. Contractors will receive a written authorization for services that have been arranged verbally with a FY&C Division social worker. The written authorization will reflect the exact services the social worker is authorizing you to perform. Only services pre- authorized will be paid. If a Contractor provides services without an authorization, the County will not pay for such services. Any deviation from an authorization requires an amended authorization before services can be performed. Contactor shall contact the social worker who authorized the services if clarification or changes are needed. 1. Contractor shall accept written referrals from FY&C and shall only provide services that are authorized by FY&C. 2. Contractor shall provide services only to the client(s) listed on the referral and will only include others with written permission by the referring social worker. 3. Contractor shall reach out to FY&C-referred clients to engage them in services. 4. Contractor shall communicate with the referring social worker if a client’s needs cannot be met by the Contractor. 5. Contractor shall make every reasonable effort to be available to deliver services when client is available, including in the evenings and on weekends.