R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-72-22

Notwithstanding any other provisions of law, any division or unit or agency within the department of children, youth and families, however entitled or described, may at any time be reorganized, divided, consolidated, abolished, or otherwise reconstituted by the director, with the approval of the governor, as may be desirable for the proper administration and performance of the powers, functions, and duties assigned to the department.