Washington State Behavioral Health Services Rules Implementation
This document outlines the implementation training for problem and pathological gambling in Washington State, including requirements for certification and licensing of counselors, agency compliance, service plans, and licensure processes. It emphasizes the importance of training and certification for individuals working in problem gambling services. The content provides guidance on how agencies can add problem gambling treatment services to their existing licenses and the credentialing process for gambling counselors. Questions, comments, and contact information for further inquiries are also included.
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Chapter 388-877C WAC WAC Implementation Training Problem and Pathological Gambling Washington State Behavioral Health Services Rules Implementation Dennis Malmer, Office Chief Certification, Licensing, and Customer Relations August 2013 1 1 Washington State Department of Social & Health Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery
Chapter 388-877C WAC WAC Implementation Training Problem and Pathological Gambling Problem and Pathological Gambling Services Chapter 388-877C WAC WAC Category Change 388-877-0620 Clinical--Individual service plan Treatment plan is referred to as Individual Service Plan. 388-877C-0100 General DSM-5 as it exists when published and released in 2013. 388-877C-0110 Agency staff requirements An individual who is under supervision as a problem and pathological gambling counselor must complete training within two years. 2 Washington State Department of Social & Health Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery
Chapter 388-877C WAC WAC Implementation Training Problem and Pathological Gambling Agency Licensure WAC 388-877-0345 All problem and pathological gambling agencies must comply with WAC 388-877 as well as WAC 388-877C. To add problem and pathological gambling treatment services to a licensed chemical dependency or mental health agency, the agency must submit an application to add a new service and attach the required documentation. 3 Washington State Department of Social & Health Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery
Chapter 388-877C WAC WAC Implementation Training Problem and Pathological Gambling Problem Gambling Counselors Must be credentialed by DOH and in training to become a certified gambling counselor. Complete the Washington State Gambling Counselor Certification (www.evergreencpg.org/wp- content/uploads/2013/06/Certification_Packet_Jan_2013.pdf) Or complete the National Gambling Counselor Certification (www.ncpgambling.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3406) 4 Washington State Department of Social & Health Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery
Chapter 388-877C WAC WAC Implementation Training Problem and Pathological Gambling Questions? 5 Washington State Department of Social & Health Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery
Chapter 388-877C WAC WAC Implementation Training Problem and Pathological Gambling Thank You! Send comments Send comments or questions to: WAC Integration Certification, Licensing and Customer Relations Post Office Box 45330 Olympia, Washington 98504-5330 (360) 725-3700 or questions to: WAC Questions - Email: BHArules@dshs.wa.gov WAC Implementation Website: http://www.dshs.wa.gov/DBHR/ 6 Washington State Department of Social & Health Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery
