370800112-8-10-2023-20-CC-MHOD-CUKQRW-20230810122437

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 370800112
Report Date: 08/10/2023
Date Signed: 08/10/2023 12:24:43 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/10/2023 12:24 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME:	CHILDREN'S PARADISE, THE		FACILITY NUMBER:	370800112
ADMINISTRATOR:	BROWNLEE, JOE ANN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	6038 CUMBERLAND STREET		TELEPHONE:	(619) 475-0683
CITY:	SAN DIEGO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92139
CAPACITY:	60	CENSUS: 6	DATE:	08/10/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:20 AM
MET WITH:	Joe Ann Brownlee, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	12:40 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 08/10/2023 at 9:20 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Michelle Hood, met with Director Joe Ann Brownlee for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were six pre-school children present with an uncleared staff in the Bears (B-5) classroom. There were no school-age children present during the inspection. There were no other children in the napping,Butterfly, Monkey, and Bee classrooms. Program operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. LPA toured the facility. The rooms were clean, orderly and at a comfortable temperature during this visit. Adequate ventilation and heating are available. The furniture, books, games, and toys are safe, age-appropriate, and in good repair. There is a variety of activities available throughout the day. All required forms were posted. All storage containers and trashes have tight-fitting lids and are in good repair. The kitchen is clean and sanitary. Food is stored in covered containers at 45 degrees or less and there is no expired or contaminated food present. Staff preparing food are using proper personal hygiene and food service practices. The snacks meets the nutritional requirements per regulation and is of good quality and proper quantity. The snack menu is posted, changes are recorded, and menus are stored for 30 days. Food has been stored separately from any chemicals or cleaning products. Drinking water is readily available. Napping equipment is sufficient for each child, bedding is stored separately, and mats/cots are disinfected after use. The facility has ensured that there is adequate space between mats/cots for easy passage and that mats/cots are not blocking entrances or exits. Children are evaluated upon entry and monitored throughout the day for signs of illness. The isolation area for ill children awaiting pick up is in the director's office. The facility has sufficient Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Reporting requirements for positive Covid-19 results in children or staff were discussed to include contact with the County Department of Public Health for guidance (619-692-8499) and Licensing (619-767-2248) to report the unusual incident. LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, a sample of personnel records, and a sample of children's records. There is at least one staff present with current CPR and First Aid certification. The facility is reminded the Mandated Reporter Training is to be retaken every two years and can be accessed at the following website: www.mandatedreporterca.com.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Cynthia Gray	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2258
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2241
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/10/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/10/2023

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: CHILDREN'S PARADISE, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 370800112
	VISIT DATE: 08/10/2023

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Hand washing and toileting areas are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. Any waste water used to clean is discarded after use. Medications shall be kept, inaccessible to children. Poisons, disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children have been made inaccessible. There is no evidence of rodent or insect activity. The outdoor play area is fully fenced with sufficient cushioning and adequate shade, separate from other programs. Age-appropriate playground equipment and outdoor surfaces are in a safe condition with any equipment securely bolted to the ground. Portable water is used outdoors. There are no bodies of water, firearms, or ammunition on the property. The carbon monoxide detector is operational. The facility has a written disaster plan in place that meets the regulatory requirement and has been conducting and documenting evacuation drills every six months. The facility does not transport children.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, before the initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/ person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

The licensee is advised to sign up for Quarterly Updates and Provider Information Notices (PINs) for one or more programs on our website: www.ccld.ca.gov. Select “Child Care” then “Quick Links” and Quarterly Updates. Select “Receive Important Updates” then put the email address in and choose which program(s) you would like to subscribe to and select “Subscribe.”

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Cynthia Gray	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2258
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2241
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/10/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/10/2023

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: CHILDREN'S PARADISE, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 370800112
	VISIT DATE: 08/10/2023

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LPA Hood informed director Joe Ann Brownlee that this report dated 08/10/2023 documen Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

Also, LPA Hood informed the director to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 08/10/2023 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.

LPA conducted a childcare quality management interview with Joe Ann Brownlee. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the director. The licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 12/15) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. See the LIC 809D page for the deficiency cited.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Cynthia Gray	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2258
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2241
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/10/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/10/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: CHILDREN'S PARADISE, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 370800112
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 08/10/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type A

Section Cited

HSC

1596.871(c)(1)(A)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision (f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the director did not comply with the section cited above in one out of one staff (Lorraine Bravo) was not fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility prior to initial presence at the Child Care Center (CCC) which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 08/11/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	The director will submit the completed and signed LIC 9163 by the livescan agent for staff Lorraine Bravo. The director understands individuals must be fingerprinted and associated to the facility before initial presense at the CCC.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Cynthia Gray	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2258
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2241
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/10/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/10/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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