Yes — for the 5-year recheck on current employees, a new, current version of the DPSQA background check application must be completed and submitted. The original application completed at the time of hire is not used for renewals.

The employee should complete the current version of the background check application available on the DPSQA website, which now includes the 5-year continuous Arkansas residency attestation. Even if the employee’s information has not changed since their original application, the new form must be completed to satisfy the current documentation requirements.

Providers recommended building this into their HR calendar: track 5-year recheck due dates and send current application forms to employees well in advance of the deadline.