3724.08 Residents' rights advocates.

The following persons may become residents’ rights advocates for community alternative homes by registering with the department of health under section 3701.07 of the Revised Code:

(A) An employee or representative of any entity of state or local government that has a responsibility for residents of a community alternative home;

(B) An employee or representative, other than an operator or employee of a community alternative home or nursing home, of any private nonprofit corporation or association that qualifies for tax-exempt status under section 501(a) of the “Internal Revenue Code of 1986,” 100 Stat. 2085, 26 U.S.C. 501, as amended, whose purposes include educating and counseling residents, helping residents resolve problems and complaints concerning their care and treatment, and helping them secure adequate services.

Effective Date: 11-01-1989