(a) Room searches are conducted when there is a reasonable belief that a resident is concealing:  

• (1) something which may result in harm to self or others, including drugs or weapons;
• (2) evidence of unlawful behavior; or
• (3) possession of a contraband item which violates group home rules.

(b) The group home supervisor approves all searches.  Residents are encouraged to cooperate.  All searches by staff are conducted in a manner to minimize discomfort and embarrassment to residents.  All searches and their findings are documented.  Unless the group home supervisor determines that an emergency exists, bedroom searches require the presence of the resident(s) of the room.