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25 | On May 29, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Site Supervisor, Marife Adriano who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. LPA observed 13 children in care.
The purpose of the inspection is to conduct a health and welfare check to ensure the health and safety of the children in care are met. LPA observed video footage of Staff #1 (S1), handling Child #1 (C1) in an inappropriate manner. The classroom was in transition from lunch to nap time. S1 walked C1 over to a cot that did not belong to C1. C1 sat on the floor at the end of the cot. C1 was observed to attempt to lay on the floor when S1 grabbed C1 from the left arm and left leg, picked up C1 and placed C1 on top of the cot. LPA interviewed S1 who stated she does not recall doing this action. LPA interviewed Staff #2 (S2) and Staff #3 (S3) who also saw the video footage and stated that this not a normal practice within the facility. Per S3, there has been a meeting with all staff on 05/24/2024 to review proper handling with children.
Based on interviews conducted and video footage review the facility is being cited a Type A deficiency in accordance with Title 22 Regulations, Personal Rights 101223(a)(2). Upon receipt of a Type A deficiency 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). Acknowledgement of Receipt (LIC 9224 form) must be maintained in each child’s file immediately upon receipt from parent.
An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Site Supervisor, Marife Adriano along with Appeal Rights and Notice of Site Visit. Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 days.
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