Who initiates a recipient rights investigation?

• A. Client
• B. Law firm
• C. Rights advisor
• D. Program director

Answer: (C)

The person responsible for starting a recipient rights investigation is the rights advisor. They are the designated, trained authority for the recipient rights program and oversee the entire process to protect individuals’ rights. When a concern or complaint about potential rights violations comes in—whether from a client or, if appropriate, from staff—the rights advisor initiates the formal investigation, gathers facts, interviews involved parties, reviews records, and determines what actions are needed. This setup helps keep the process impartial and upholds the proper procedures and confidentiality. While a client may raise a concern and a supervisor may be involved, the initiation of the investigation itself rests with the rights advisor.