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25 | On November 19, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced Case Management Inspection at the above facility. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Principal Barbara Walker who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. LPA observed, 66 children in care with 14 staff members.
The purpose of the inspection is to follow up on an incident report that occurred on 11/13/2024 and was reported to the department in a timely manner on 11/13/2024.
During the inspection, LPA interviewed Staff #1 (S1) to Staff #2 (S2), LPA interviewed Child #1 (C1) to Child #2( C2), LPA obtained a personnel roster and obtained a copy of the children facility roster.
During the interviews, S1 stated she observed C1 and C2 near the window where the incident occurred and immediately walked over to C1 and C2 to address the incident. Per S1, she spoke with both children and explained to them the importance of keeping their hands to themselves. Per S1, she right away informed S2 of the incident. Per S2, she also spoke to C1 and C2 and informed parents of the incident. Per S1 and S2, they continue to remind children the importance of keeping their hands to themselves.
At this time the facility is not being cited any deficiencies as the incident was observed by S1 and was addressed immediately.
An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Principal, Barbara Walker along with Appeal Rights. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and must be posted for 30 days. |