566213485-7-18-2024-17-CC-SMAZ-D7AQDU-20240718120518

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 566213485
Report Date: 07/18/2024
Date Signed: 07/18/2024 12:05:24 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/18/2024 12:05 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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME:	CATALYST KIDS- SHERIDAN WAY		FACILITY NUMBER:	566213485
ADMINISTRATOR:	RACHEL CHAMPAGNE		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	573 SHERIDAN WAY		TELEPHONE:	(805) 643-7612
CITY:	VENTURA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93001
CAPACITY:	24	CENSUS: 14	DATE:	07/18/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:01 AM
MET WITH:	Monica Valdivia		TIME COMPLETED:	12:20 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 July 18, 2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susana Martinez conducted an unannounced required 3 year inspection. LPA met with site supervisor Monica Valdivia and advised her of the purpose for the inspection. LPA was provided with a tour of the interior and exterior of the facility. At the time of inspection there were 14 children in care of 2 staff. The center operates Mon- Fri 6:30 AM- 6 PM and is located on the Sheridan Way Elementary School Campus. LPA observed required licensing documents mounted on the wall at the entrance of the facility. Currently the facility uses an electronic sing-in/sign-out system. Last fire drill was observed to be conducted on 6/21/2024. Daily activity schedules were observed thought the facility. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are prepared on site. LPA verified the kitchen is in working condition and free of hazards. Food menus were observed in the classroom, site director states menus are shared with parents in paper form and electronically. Children's Roster was observed to be complete. The center currently uses one room for care, which is adjacent to the school age room. Classroom is equipped with age-appropriate toys, teaching materials, and furnishings for children in care. LPA observed enough restrooms available for children to use which were found clean and sanitary. LPA did not observe any hazards/toxins items accessible to children. First Aid kits are located throughout the facility. LPA observe a carbon monoxide detector, site supervisor states batteries were just recently replaced. There is drinking water readily available for children inside and outside the classrooms. The outdoor playground is fenced with appropriate shading and has an ample amount of space for children to play. LPA observed the playground has age-appropriate toys and structures available for children to use. The areas around or under high climbing equipment have cushioned material. No bodies of water were observed on the premises. Continued on 809-C

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Tolentino	TELEPHONE: (805) 562-0437
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susana Martinez	TELEPHONE: 805-689-4212
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/18/2024

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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS- SHERIDAN WAY	FACILITY NUMBER: 566213485
	VISIT DATE: 07/18/2024

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A sampling of children and staff records were reviewed. LPA observed children's files to be complete and current. LPA verified SB792 Child Care Adult Immunization and Tuberculosis requirements. Mandated reporter certification for all staff is valid an through 2026. CPR/First Aid certification was verified and is valid through 08/13/2024.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process.

Site supervisor was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for
drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Tolentino	TELEPHONE: (805) 562-0437
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susana Martinez	TELEPHONE: 805-689-4212
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/18/2024

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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS- SHERIDAN WAY	FACILITY NUMBER: 566213485
	VISIT DATE: 07/18/2024

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No deficiencies were cited.

A 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.

Exit interview conducted, appeal rights were given, and report was reviewed with site supervisor Monica Valdivia.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Tolentino	TELEPHONE: (805) 562-0437
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susana Martinez	TELEPHONE: 805-689-4212
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/18/2024

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