VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Kids Clubhouse Learning Center
1696 Franklin Street
Rocky mount, VA 24151
(540) 483-2214

Current Inspector: Rebecca Forestier (540) 309-2835

Inspection Date: Feb. 14, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-780 ADMINISTRATION 8VAC20-780 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING 8VAC20-780 PHYSICAL PLANT 8VAC20-780 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION 8VAC20-780 PROGRAMS 8VAC20-780 SPECIAL CARE PROVISIONS AND EMERGENCIES 8VAC20-780 SPECIAL SERVICES 8VAC20-770 BACKGROUND CHECKS 22.1 BACKGROUND CHECKS, CODE, CARBON MONOXIDE

Comments:

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted on 02/14/2024. There were 45 children, ages 2 years-5 years, 6 staff members providing direct care and supervision, and various support staff present during the inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, staff qualifications and trainings, staffing and supervision, physical plant, programs, emergencies and nutrition. The children were observed participating in arts and craft activities, in learning activities, in free choice play, and during lunch. A total of 5 children?s records, 5 staff records, and 4 applicant records were reviewed. The inspector discussed handwashing with the staff. The inspector arrived for the inspection at 9:05 am and departed at 12:00 pm. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the provider.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-70
Description:	Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that staff records contain all of the elements as required by the standards. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff 1 did not contain the following information: documentation that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position. 2. The record for Staff 4 did not contain the following information: documentation that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position.
Plan of Correction:	Will use a form to document the information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observations, the center failed to ensure that the areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The rainspout on the exterior of the building, located in the play area, was broken and sharp. 2. The chain link fence along the backside of the play area had several broken links that created a sharp edge that could snag skin. The fence sagged and the lower part of the fence stuck out into the play area and posed a tripping hazard. 3. There was an exposed area of cement sticking out of the mulched covered area that posed a tripping hazard. 4. There was various litter (empty food and candy wrappers, empty drink cans, band-aids, etc.) strown around the play area.
Plan of Correction:	Will make the necessary repairs.