(1) Family training and support is defined in ARM 37.40.1402. Services include:

(a) general orientation about the child's disability; and

(b) training specific to the needs of the child and his or her family on how to best meet the child's needs.

(2) Providers of this service may:

(a) serve as consultants to families in terms of developmental stages and teaching activities that families can engage in with their child that help in the developmental process;

(b) collaborate with case managers and families to develop strategies for environmental modifications or adaptations that would be beneficial to the child;

(c) periodically assess the child, including conducting developmental assessments, in order to discover unmet needs, determine progress or lack of progress, and identify areas of strength that can be emphasized;

(d) provide emotional support to families, including active listening, problem solving;

(e) recommend resources within the community that could offer support;

(f) advocate for the family; and

(g) assist the family with transition and referral to special education.

(3) The provider of this service must be an employee of a Child and Family Services provider under contract with the Developmental Services Division.