(1) Each program shall have the following:

(a) A plan of operation described in an information packet or similar publication for public distribution containing items such as:

(i) a description of the program and facility;

(ii) a description of the mission, goals, and objectives of the program for program participants;

(iii) a description of the services provided;

(iv) a description of the population served by the program, including the maximum number of program participants to be served and gender of program participants;

(v) a policy regarding communication privileges and restrictions; and

(vi) expectations for program participants and family participation.

(b) A written contract between the program and the legally responsible persons shall be completed, signed by all legally responsible persons, and maintained in the program participants' records with copies provided to those involved in the contract. It shall include:

(i) services to be provided;

(ii) cost of services; and

(iii) refund policy.

(2) A program shall submit a significant change to plan of operation to the board for approval. A program may not deviate from its plan of operation without the prior approval of the board.

(3) Failure of any program to comply with this rule constitutes unprofessional conduct and could form a basis for action taken against the program's license.

(4) Where there is duplication of review by another oversight agency, the department shall accept that documentation as proof of compliance.