On 6/28/2019 a self-reported allegation regarding behavioral guidance was called into the Licensing office. An unannounced focused investigation was conducted on 7/16/2019. Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered, violations were not cited, however violations separate from the allegation were found. The findings from today's visit can be found on the Violation Notice. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at whitney.mcgrath@dss.virginia.gov.
Based on record review, the center did not obtain an out-of-state central registry (CPS) background check for one employee who lived outside of the state of Virginia within the last 5 years.
Evidence: Staff #1's (date of hire: 5/17/17) sworn disclosure statement confirmed that they lived in Arizona within the last 5 years. There is no documentation of an Arizona CPS background check being completed.
Plan of Correction:
1. The staff person is no longer employed effective 7.26.19
2. To make copies of the documents and follow-up with the agency for out of state background checks.
3. All staff was given a copy of the policy and guidelines for Guidance, Protection of and Respect for Children. Staff will be re-trained on August 22nd.
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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