Department of Human Services policy prohibits the abuse, neglect or mistreatment of shelter residents and provides for employee disciplinary action against any staff who engage in these activities.   • 1

DHS rules require employees to report any suspected abuse, neglect or mistreatment of children residing in a shelter.  Shelter staff receive training in DHS policy concerning the abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents.  [OAC 340:2-3]