Precious Time, LLC
1600 Early Settlers Road
N. chesterfield, VA 23235
(804) 272-1062 (2)
Current Inspector: Florence Martus (804) 389-0157
Inspection Date:
Complaint Related: No
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-40-E Description: Based on a review of documentation, interviews, and video footage, the center did not maintain compliance with the center?s own policies and procedures that are required by these standards.
Evidence: The following was observed through video footage provided by the center on January 18, 2024: On January 9, 2024, Staff #1 grabbed Child #1 (3-year-old) by the arms and forcefully moved her away from a group of children.
During interviews, Staff #2 reported that Staff #1 was terminated for using inappropriate discipline on Child #1 on January 9, 2024. It was reported that Staff #1 moved Child #1 away from the group for upsetting two children.
An employee action form issued to Staff #1 on January 10, 2024 stated the following: ?A parent complaint was received on 1.9.24 indicating inappropriate discipline was used. After reviewing the video from Mon & Tus it was determined that this complaint was valid & discipline was harsh & outside of PT policy. Inappropriate discipline is grounds for immediate termination and therefore [Staff #1]?s employment will be terminated today.?
The center?s discipline policy states: ?The goal of positive behavior guidance is to help the child learn self-control and build good habits. The staff shall provide opportunities for children to learn self-regulation in ways that promote their self-esteem and self-image using techniques such as:
A. Setting limits that are clear, fair, consistent, appropriate and understandable
B. Setting limits and patiently enforcing them
C. Encouraging age appropriate behavior
D. Redirecting children toward acceptable or appropriate activities and behavior
E. Encouraging the use of words to express their feelings to limit and resolve conflicts
F. Arranging equipment in a way that promotes desirable behavior?Plan of Correction: Per the Center: "The director will monitor both live and archived to ensure staff are following Precious Time expectations for appropriate discipline and guidance."
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-410-1 Description: Based on a review of documentation, interviews, and video footage, the center did not ensure that staff did not use a forbidden action of rough handling a child.
Evidence: Video footage of the Ladybug Room reviewed on January 18, 2024, revealed that on January 9, 2024, Staff #1 roughly handled a child in care. In the video, Staff #1 is observed grabbing Child #1 (3-year-old) under their arms and forcefully moving the child away from a group of children.
During interview, Staff #2 reported Staff #1 was terminated on January 10, 2024, for rough handling Child #1.Plan of Correction: Per the Center: "All Precious Time staff will attend in-service training on appropriate child discipline and advanced guidance techniques."
Disclaimer:
A compliance history is in no way a rating for a facility.
The online compliance history includes only information after July 1, 2003. In addition, the online compliance history includes information regarding adverse actions that may be the subject of a pending appeal. An adverse action is not final until a provider has exhausted or waived all due process rights. For compliance history prior to July 1, 2003, or information regarding the status of pending adverse actions, please contact the Licensing Inspector listed in the facility's information. The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is not responsible for any errors in or omissions from the compliance history information.
