Prior to placement of the youth in an independent living program, a written service agreement is completed that includes:

• (1) respective roles and responsibilities of the child-placing agency (agency), the youth, and other involved parties;
• (2) goals and all services to be provided or arranged by the agency, including the plan for contact between the youth and agency staff;
• (3) any financial arrangements related to the placement; and
• (4) signatures of the youth and a representative of the agency.