(1) In addition to the specific requirements set out in subchapters 2, 4, and 6, of this chapter, child care staff working in group homes and child care agencies, and foster parents, must:

(a) be at least 18 years of age;

(b) be of good moral character;

(c) be physically, mentally, and emotionally competent to care for children;

(d) like and understand children; and

(e) be in good general health.

(2) The department may require a psychological evaluation or medical examination of, and/or a signed authorization for release of medical or psychological records from:

(a) any person applying for licensure as a foster parent, or any member of the household of a person applying for licensure as a foster parent;

(b) any foster parent, or any member of a foster parent household; and

(c) any person defined as child care staff.

(3) A personal statement of health for licensure form provided by the department must be completed for each person subject to the requirements of this rule. The form must be submitted to the department with the initial application for licensure and annually thereafter.

(4) The department may require completion of a criminal background and child and adult protective services check on each person subject to the requirements of this rule.