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Regulation Number: CSL-RGB-037. Substance Abuse.
037.1. Substance-Free Practice:
- CSL Therapists shall provide client care while free from the influence of substances, including but not limited to alcohol, illegal drugs, and prescription medications that impair their ability to practice safely.
037.2. Reporting Impairment:
- CSL Therapists who become aware of their own impairment due to substance use or suspect impairment in a colleague shall immediately cease practice, ensure client safety, and report the impairment to CSL Therapy’s regulatory authorities.
037.3. Assistance and Rehabilitation:
- CSL Therapists who seek assistance for substance abuse issues shall be encouraged to access appropriate rehabilitation and support services. CSL Therapy may provide resources and referrals for treatment.
037.4. Return to Practice:
- CSL Therapists who have sought assistance for substance abuse and completed a rehabilitation program shall not return to practice until they are determined to be fit to do so by a qualified healthcare professional and in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
037.5. Monitoring and Compliance:
- CSL Therapy may establish monitoring and compliance requirements for CSL Therapists who have a history of substance abuse to ensure ongoing safety for clients.
037.6. Confidentiality:
- Information related to a CSL Therapist’s substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation shall be kept confidential, in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations.
037.7. Disciplinary Consequences:
- Violation of this regulation, including practicing while impaired due to substance abuse, will result in disciplinary actions by CSL Therapy, including but not limited to certification or licensure suspension or revocation, in accordance with CSL Therapy’s disciplinary policies and procedures.
Failure to comply with this Patient Privacy/Confidentiality & Public safety regulation may result in disciplinary actions by CSL Therapy, including but not limited to certification or licensure suspension or revocation, dismissal fines, and incarceration in accordance with CSL Therapy’s disciplinary policies and procedures.
This regulation shall be effective as of [September 18, 2023] and shall remain in effect until revised or updated by CSL Therapy.
