CONTRACT (GRANT) MANAGER. These Contract (Xxxxx) Managers are authorized to administer activities and receive notices and general correspondence for this Grant by sending it to them as provided below.
CONTRACT (GRANT) MANAGER. These Contract (Xxxxx) Managers are authorized to administer activities and receive notices and general correspondence for this Grant by sending it to them as provided below. TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES GRANT AGREEMENT PAGE 1 Grantee must use the data collection system required by DFPS. All required data must be entered directly into the applicable system, and the Grantee must perform quality assurance reviews to ensure all data required by DFPS is included and the data is accurate. This quality check must include timely review and response to any DFPS- generated quality assurance reports or communications. Data must be entered each month according to DFPS specifications and requirements. Required Background Checks To ensure participant safety, Grantee must follow DFPS requirements regarding criminal background checks and records maintenance. Any person performing services under this award must have an approved DFPS background check. For any person to be approved for PEIRS database access, DFPS background check clearance must be obtained and completed every two years. Client Confidentiality Any person given permission to enter or view HOPES participant or program data must adhere to DFPS rules, regulations, and standards for confidentiality, security, and integrity of program data. Grantee will take all appropriate steps to maintain client confidentiality and obtain any necessary written client consents for disclosure of protected health information and data sharing, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, including, but not limited to, authorizations, data use agreements, and business agreements as necessary. Grantee will take all appropriate steps to maintain client confidentiality and obtain informed, written client consent prior to sharing client information, stories, or photos in which the client or household members may be identified. Training and Staffing Requirements Designated Grantee staff must complete any orientations, trainings, or meetings required by PEI or the approved program model(s). Grantee staff vacancies must be filled as soon as possible and no later than 90 days of vacancy begin date. Grantee will allow for flexible schedules for direct service staff and supervisors to accommodate participant schedules. Schedules should be reasonable and not pose hardship or safety concern for staff or participants. Program Development and Evaluation Grantee is required to participate in PEI-required program deve...
