Supervision and Program Staffing Ratios (Tier II & III)
The Primary Point of Contact (PPC) must ensure that minimum staffing ratios are maintained at all times during the program, including overnight hours for residential programs. Tier II and III Youth Program Staff must:
- Actively avoid one-on-one contact with youth outside the presence of others.
- In unavoidable one-on-one situations: choose a public and observable setting; limit physical contact to appropriate gestures; document the interaction and notify a supervisor; and arrange for random checks if the situation is recurring.
- Ensure all staff are at least 18 years of age.
- Remain on-site (PPC or designee(s)) during overnight residential programs.
Overnight / Residential Programs
| Age Group | Max Youth per Staff Member | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Under 8 years old | Not permitted overnight unless under the supervision of a parent or guardian | N/A |
| 8 year old | 1 staff per 6 youth | 9 youth = 2 staff minimum |
| 9 - 14 years old | 1 staff per 8 youth | 9 youth = 2 staff minimum |
| 15 - 17 years old | 1 staff per 10 youth | 11 youth = 2 staff minimum |
Day / Non-Residential Programs
| Age Group | Max Youth per Staff Member | Example |
|---|---|---|
|
Infant-4 years old Applies to the UM LAB School and ASUM Child Care Centers |
1 staff to 4 youth in the Early Learning Center I and II | N/A |
| Under 4 years old | Not permitted unless under the supervision of a parent or guardian | N/A |
| 4 - 5 years old | 1 staff per 6 youth | 13 youth = 3 staff minimum |
| 6 - 8 years old | 1 staff per 8 youth | 9 youth = 2 staff minimum |
| 9 - 14 years old | 1 staff per 10 youth | 11 youth = 2 staff minimum |
| 15 - 17 years old | 1 staff per 12 youth | 13 youth = 2 staff minimum |