Follow-up on corrections·November 1, 2024

On 11/1/24, at 11:16 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elvin Baddley made an unannounced Case Management inspection at the abovementioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Karen Easton, Site Supervisor of the CCC and explained the nature/purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of the Site Supervisor toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. LPA notes 13 children are in care, along with 3 teachers providing care and supervision. The Case Management inspection follows an Unusual Incident at the CCC which occurred on or about 9/24/24. During this instance, a child in care (C1), and the child's parent informed a facility staff member (S1) the facility's Site Supervisor had inappropriately handled C1. The parent of C1 reportedly advised S1 C1 had new bruises and a small bloody spot on knee area. During an interview of S1 on 10/2/24, S1 acknowledged receiving information pertaining to C1 being inappropriately handled, however S1 informed LPA S1 did not report the statements of C1 and C1's parent to the facility's Superior, CCLD or the local Child Welfare Service agency (San Luis Obispo County Social Services Department). At the time of the interview, LPA reminded S1, as a Mandated Reporter, there is an obligation to report instances of suspected child abuse when received pursuant to regulation (CCR 101212 ). A Type B Deficiency are being cited based on LPAs' observation/interviews/record reviews pursuant to Title 22 of the CA Code of Regulations (refer to LIC 809-D). Site Supervisor was provided a copy of their Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. An exit interview was conducted with Facility Representative Karen Easton. Facility Representative was provided with a Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213). Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 days or a civil penalty of $100 may apply.