Information and assistance services are considered nontreatment substance use disorder services provided to support an individual who has a need for interventions related to substance use.

(1) Information and assistance services require additional program-specific certification by the department and include:

(a) Alcohol and drug information school;

(b) Information and crisis services;

(c) Emergency service patrol; and

(d) Screening and brief intervention.

(2) Substance use disorder information and assistance services are available without an initial assessment or individual service plan and are not required to meet the requirements under WAC 246-341-0640.

(3) An agency providing information and assistance services must maintain and provide a list of resources, including self-help groups and referral options, that can be used by staff members to refer an individual to appropriate services.