STRTP Licensing and Regulatory Compliance

Question 1

Which California state agency is primarily responsible for licensing Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Programs (STRTPs)?

Accepted Answer

Department of Social Services (DSS)

Answer

The California Department of Social Services (DSS) is the primary licensing authority for STRTPs under California Welfare and Institutions Code.

Question 2

Under California law, an STRTP license is required when a program serves how many or more children at a time?

Accepted Answer

1

Answer

Any facility providing 24-hour residential care and supervision to one or more children as an STRTP must hold a valid DSS license.

Question 3

What is the maximum length of stay for a child in an STRTP without a court-ordered extension?

Accepted Answer

6 months

Answer

STRTPs are designed for short-term stays of up to six months, with extensions requiring court approval.

Question 4

Which document must an STRTP have approved before admitting children to serve as a Medi-Cal provider?

Accepted Answer

Medi-Cal Provider Agreement

Answer

An STRTP must execute a Medi-Cal Provider Agreement with DHCS to bill for mental health services under Medi-Cal.

Question 5

How often must an STRTP undergo a full licensing inspection by DSS?

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

California DSS conducts annual inspections of STRTPs to ensure ongoing compliance with licensing standards.

STRTP - Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program Practice Test