Section 2603.160 Employment of Children
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Illinois Administrative Code › Title 20 CORRECTIONS, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT › CHAPTER IX: DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE › Part 2603 COUNTY SHELTER CARE STANDARDS › Section 2603.160 Employment of Children
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Section 2603.160 Employment
of Children
a) Introduction
Active and
inquisitive children need to have their time occupied. Idleness contributes to
disciplinary problems and to the deterioration of programs. Children need
training in establishing good work habits.
b) Minimum Standards
1) Work Assignments
Children shall
be required to perform general housekeeping tasks and yard work that is
considered normal in a family setting.
A) Work assignments shall not be used as a form of discipline.
B) Assignments shall be made according to the ages and abilities of
children.
C) Assignments shall not interfere with regular school programs,
study periods, recreation or sleep.
2) Substitute For Staff
No child shall
perform work assignments as a substitute for a staff member task.
3) Employment
Youth may be
allowed to take employment outside of the shelter care facility. Adherence to
the State of Illinois child labor statutes and regulations is required.
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