Follow-up on corrections·September 15, 2023

On 09/15/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Romy Castanon conducted a Case Management due to deficiencies observed during today's inspection. LPA Castanon met with Licensee Emilia Montano. LPA observed an assistant who was caring for 6 daycare children. Emilia's own 3 three children were also present during the visit. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on 09/15/2023 indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions, with the exception of Nelly Fabila (start date: 03/27/2023). LPA informed Licensee that Nelly was not listed as associated to the facility on report summary. Upon further review of Guardian records, Nelly is cleared to work but was not associated to the new facility number after a relocation. Licensee submitted the documentation for Nelly to be associated in LPA\342\200\231s presence. A civil penalty is being assessed today. During LPA\342\200\231s tour of the facility, LPA observed an infant sitting in a booster seat that was strapped to a folding chair. LPA informed Licensee that the booster seat needed to be secured on a dining room style chair for safety. The Licensee removed the seat from the chair and stored the chair in the kitchen. Based on LPA\342\200\231s observation and interview with Licensee, the facility is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Section 101170(d)(2) Criminal Background Clearance for one (1) assistant not associated to work at the facility and 102423 Personal Rights for the booster seat. Appeal Rights were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee Emilia Montano. Upon receipt, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. Licensee shall have LIC9224 (Acknowledgement of Receipt) signed and kept in each child's file. (End of Report)