Follow-up on corrections·August 14, 2024

On 8/14/2024 at 2:20 pm an unannounced Case Management – Deficiencies inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carolyn Tuba who was there to conduct a separate inspection visit and during the course of the investigation a separate deficiency was discovered. A Covid risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with staff due to Licensee, Maria Flores was not available and LPA took a census of 10 children with 1 staff and (2) additional adults. Licensee arrived at the facility at approximately 3:00 pm. During the visit at approximately 2:30 pm. LPA was checking staff criminal clearance and discovered the adult individual was not on the clearance list for the preschool license. LPA spoke to the Licensee over the phone who stated that the individual was a volunteer, however LPA observed the adult individual was diapering a child in care without direct supervision from another staff member. LPA spoke to the adult individual who stated that they had worked there before but LPA checked and there were no fingerprints on file. LPA advised Licensee that volunteers are an individual who assist at the facility no more than 16 hours and requires direct supervision from a qualified staff member. The volunteer may not assist with diapering or be left alone with children in care. LPA observed another adult but after interviewing the individual determined that they were indeed volunteering. The following deficiency listed on the attached LIC 809 (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiency that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety. Civil Penalties have been assessed. This is a repeat violation from a previous visit on 3/18/2024. One (1) Type A - A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child’s file immediately upon receipt from parent. Licensee/Director was provided Page 1 of 2 with a copy of the parent Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form during this visit. A copy of the Parent Notification Requirements was also provided to the licensee/Director. LPA provided regulation of individuals who considered volunteers at the facility. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Maria Flores. Page 2 of 2