| -Facility received 2 type “A” Personal Rights citations
-Discipline policy and the use of inappropriate discipline
-Supervision and safe accommodation for children in care
LPA Neal discussed the purpose of the meeting with the licensee and informed that the supervisory meeting is the first discussion with the licensee, however should the provider be cited for additional serious type “A” deficiencies the department will schedule a Non-Compliance Conference (NCC) which could lead to an administrative action of the license. The administrative process was explained to the licensee.
LPM Neal discussed both personal rights complaints to include inappropriate discipline, supervision and safe accommodation for children in care. The plan of corrections were reviewed and discussed. The licensee was given the opportunity to respond to the above concerns that included what her current plans are regarding discipline, supervision and safe accommodation for children in care. LPM Neal explained that licensees are required to ensure compliance and adhere to Title 22 regulations in order to provide a safe environment for children in care and not only when a citation is issued. In addition to Title 22 the licensee was informed that the department is available to answer questions and licensee can utilize the department as a resource in order to maintain compliance.
LPM discussed the departments Technical Support Program (TSP) which is designed to provide training resources and best practice strategies to improve the quality of care being provided. The licensee has agreed to participate in this program.
The following was discussed and shall be submitted:
a. Licensee will submit the completed Family Child Care Home Orientation certificates for herself and assistant on or before 11/12/2022.
b. Licensee will submit an LIC 855 declaration form indicating she and her assistant reviewed and understood the videos on Providers/Personal Rights on or before 11/12/2022. |