22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies
Comments:
This inspection was conducted by licensing staff using an alternate remote protocol, necessary due to a state of emergency health pandemic declared by the Governor of Virginia.
A code compliance inspection was initiated on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 and concluded on Thursday, April 22, 2021. The director/provider or in-charge person was contacted by telephone to initiate the inspection. There were 70 children present and 15 staff. The inspector emailed the director/provider a list of items required to complete the inspection. The Inspector reviewed 4 staff records submitted by the facility to ensure documentation was complete. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance(s) with applicable code sections and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the facility. The Licensing Inspector has reviewed with the provider COVID-19 Essential Guidance for Child Care programs.
Based on review of staff records and interview, the program did not ensure to obtain all background checks within the required timeframe.
Evidence: In Staff#1's record (start date: 03/01/2021) there was no documentation of results for a central registry search found within 30 days of employment. Interview with staff confirmed results were not available for review during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:
The program will ensure to complete follow up on all background checks for staff as required, within 30 days, prior to employment, and include in staff records for review.
Disclaimer:
This information is provided by the Virginia Department of Social Services, which neither endorses any facility nor guarantees that the information is complete. It should not be used as the sole source in evaluating and/or selecting a facility.
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