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Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
As used in this article, the term:
(1) “Licensed” means an individual who has been licensed pursuant to Chapter 10A, 26, 34, or 39 of Title 43.
(2) “Organization” means a nonprofit charitable organization which is exempt from taxation under the provisions of Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code, which:
(A) Serves children who have run away or children who are homeless;
(B) Has qualified staff on duty at all hours the organization is open for service; and
(C) Employs at least one individual who is licensed pursuant to Chapter 10A, 26, 34, or 39 of Title 43.
(3) “Qualified staff” means having:
(A) All staff who directly interact with children receive training on emergency evacuation procedures, service protocols, and the mandatory child abuse reporting requirements set forth in Code Section 19-7-5; and
(B) All staff have had a criminal record check conducted in accordance with Article 5 of this chapter.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Georgia Code Title 49. Social Services § 49-5-160 - last updated March 28, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ga/title-49-social-services/ga-code-sect-49-5-160/
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