Peninsula Jewish Community Center Preschool

HSC 1596.871(c)(1)(A) · Type A

Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision(f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one staff member (S1) did not have criminal background clearance, per Guardian S1 was still "in process", which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Unsubstantiated

ALLEGATION(S): Facility staff hit day care children. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On March 7, 2024, at approximately 1:55pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M.O. conducted an unannounced visit to deliver complaint finding for the above allegation. LPA met with the Associate Director, L.N. and explained the purpose of the visit. Present during today’s visit were Associated Director, 26 staff and 119 preschool age children. Facility is operating within capacity During the course of the investigation, LPA conducted interviews with staff, children and random parents and reviewed pertinent reports provided by parties involved. Based on evidence obtained, it was determined that the allegation, Facility staff hit day care children, is determined to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. Although the above allegation may have happened or is valid, based on LPA’s interview and record review which were conducted, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. 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 and report was reviewed with the Associate Director, L.N. Appeal Rights were provided. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion: