Jewish Community Center

In Room Q-Infant, two cribs that were observed to be in use lacked at least 2 feet of space on three sides.

*SECOND VIOLATION The file for Staff Person #1 (identified as an Aide) contained documentation of a foreign transcript that has not been translated and evaluated to determine the staff person's qualifications. Previously cited on SIN-00269387 on 7/16/25. The files for Staff Persons #2 and #3 are now current.

Staff Persons #3, #5, #6, and #10 have not had water safety training within the last 12 months and were observed at the indoor pool counted in the staff-child ratio.

The file for Staff Person #6 contained documentation of NSOR clearance results that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification: 6/22/20 and 6/30/25. The file for Staff Person #9 contained documentation of clearance results for the state of North Carolina, where the staff person resided within 5 years prior to employment, dated 8/13/24 which was after the staff persons date of hire (See IS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #14 contained documentation of PA State Police clearance results that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification: 5/20/19 and 4/9/25.

The file for Staff Person #4 does not contain documentation of current NSOR clearance results. The NSOR clearance results on file for Staff Person #4 was observed to have expired on 7/9/25. The file for Staff Person #15 does not contain documentation of FBI and NSOR clearances results. The documents in the file were not readable to determine the individual's name and the results of each clearance.

At approximately 10:20 AM, 4 staff persons and 14 children were observed at the indoor swimming pool. When asked to identify their assigned group of children to supervise in the swimming pool, Staff Person #3 identified 6 preschool aged children and Staff Person #5 identified 8 preschool age children, resulting in Staff Persons #3 and #5 not in the required staff to child ratio.

The file for Staff Person #8 did not contain documentation of emergency plan training within the last 12 months. The file for Staff Person #16 contained documentation of emergency plan training dated 6/30/25 but was not within 90 days of hire (See IS Code Sheet).

The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not contain information on emergency procedures for shelter in place, lockdown, method to contact families when an emergency has ended, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

In Room Q, handwashing signs were not posted near the diapering area and sink.

The diapering pads in Rooms G and P were observed to be ripped, exposing the interior. The foam climbing blocks in Room Q were observed ripped on the corners, exposing the interior. The folding mat in the Gym was observed to be ripped around the edges, exposing the interior. As a result, the diapering pads, climbing blocks, and folding mat were not in good repair.

In Room Q, several cribs and resting mats that were observed to be in use were not labeled with the child's name and used only by the specified child.

The file for Staff Person #9 contained documentation of a health assessment dated 8/15/24 but was after the staff person's date of hire (See IS Code Sheet). The two most recent health assessments in the file for Staff Person #13 are dated more than 24 months apart: 4/6/23 and 6/24/25. The files for Staff Persons #10 and #12 did not contain documentation of a health assessment conducted within the last 24 months.

The file for Staff Person #9 contained documentation of TB screening dated 8/15/24 but was after the staff person's date of hire (See IS Code Sheet).

The facility's fire drill log contained documentation of conducting fire drills 4/15/25, 5/29/25, and 6/27/25 but the hypothetical location of the fire was not rotated around the facility.

The facility's documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days between testings from 4/15/25 to 5/29/25.

The files for Staff Persons #7 and #11 contained documentation of pediatric first aid/CPR training that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification. Staff Person #17 does not have current pediatric first aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first aid/CPR training expiration date of 1/31/2025.

The files for Staff Persons #7 and #10 did not contain documentation of fire safety training within the last 12 months. The file for Staff Person #17 contained documentation of fire safety training dated 8/13/24 but was not within 12 months of their date of hire (See IS Code Sheet).

Staff Person #5 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file at the time of inspection being dated 5/29/20.

The file for Staff Person #6 was observed to contain documentation of mandated reporter training being completed more than 60 months apart: 5/28/20 and 6/26/25.

The files for Staff Persons #1 and #2 (identified as Aides) and Staff Person #9 (identified as an Assistant Group Supervisor) contained documentation of foreign transcripts that have not been translated and evaluated to determine the staff person's qualifications.

The files for Staff Persons #8, #10, and #17 did not contain documentation of a written evaluation within the last 12 months.

The emergency contact forms and the financial agreement forms in the files for children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 have not been reviewed and updated by the parent within the last 6 months.

According to staff statements, in August of 2023 there was an incident between child #1 and child #2 in the three-year-old room. Staff reported the incident to staff person #1, who is the supervisor, that gave instructions not to complete an incident report form to give to the parents of child #1 and child #2 because it would ruin rapport with the families.

In the Infant room, loose crib sheets were observed in cribs in which infants were sleeping in.

On 7/16/24 at approximately 1:45pm, staff persons #2, #7 and #8 were observed caring for 13 children in the infant room during nap time. Staff person #2 was observed sitting on the floor positioned with their back towards two infant children observed sleeping in their cribs and was unable to properly supervise the children. Staff person #7 was observed positioned on the floor, and their vision was blocked by a wall which resulted in staff person #7 not being able to properly supervise the same two children in their cribs. At approximately 1:55pm, staff person #2 was observed changing an infant's diaper with their back turned away from two children observed on the floor and was unable to properly supervise the children in their assigned group.

The facility's emergency plan did not include a plan for Continuity of Operations in an emergency.

The two most recent emergency plan trainings in the file for staff person #4 are dated more than 12 months apart. Staff person #4: 3/31/23 and 6/11/24.

The first aid kit in the Infant room did not contain soap.

In the Infant room, two cribs in use were observed not to have at least 2 feet of space between them.

The two most recent health reports on file for child #1 and #2, who are preschool aged, are dated more than 12 months apart. Child #1: 10/28/22 and 6/17/24. Child #2: 2/10/23 and 4/17/24.

The two most recent health assessments on file for staff person #1 are dated more than 24 months apart: 11/11/21 and 12/29/23.

The health assessment on file for staff person #3 did not include a physical examination.

The health assessment on file for staff person #1 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Staff person #5 completed the following required pre-service trainings but were not completed within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health & Safety (7/3/24) and Pediatric First Aid/CPR (6/23/24).

Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service trainings within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid/CPR and Health & Safety.

The two most recent staff evaluations in the file for staff person #4 are dated more than 12 months apart. Staff person #4: 9/27/21 and 6/17/24. The file for staff person #6 has documentation of an evaluation completed on 6/17/24 but was not within 12 months of hire.

The emergency contact form in the file for child #2 has not been reviewed by the parent within the last 6 months.

The Disclosure Statements on file for Staff Person #2 and #12 lacked a date. The file for Staff Person #2 also lacked page 1 of the Disclosure Statement. The file for Staff Person #15 lacked a signed Disclosure Statement.

The facility's emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.

The Facility was observed to have two spray bottles that contained a clear liquid but failed to possess a label or otherwise identify the contents. A blue and white spray bottle was observed in the Q room, and a clear with black combs and scissors design spray bottle was observed in the F room.

The facility was observed to have 2 toxic plants. A Monstera plant was observed in Room P, and a rubber plant was observed in room J.

Every childcare space in the facility was observed to have a door with glass located in the traffic area that failed to have a visual strip or other visual identification.

The facility was observed to have a toilet in their K room that failed to have a hand washing sign posted at the toilet.

The file for Child #6, preschool age child, lacked an updated health report that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #6 was dated 7.7.21.

The files for Children #6 and #8 lacked verification that the child had received an annual influenza vaccination as recommended by the ACIP. The last documented influenza vaccination for Child #6 was dated 9.24.20 and the last documented influenza vaccination for Child #8 was dated 10.29.21.

The facility was observed to have an Epi-pen medication for child #12, but no written consent, or medication log for administration was present in Child 12's file.

The facility was observed to have postings, and packets relative to a special thickened liquid diet for child #11, but no written instructions or written consent from the parent was observed to be present in child # 11's file.

The health assessment on file for Staff Person #8 lacked a date of examination to verify that the examination had been completed within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #11 lacked an updated health assessment that had been completed within the last 24 months. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff Person #11 was dated 7.22.21.

The health assessment on file for Staff Person #6 lacked a signature that included the individual's professional title.

The facility's emergency plan does not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

The files for Staff Persons #1, #5 and #14 lacked completion of the required health and safety training within 90 days of starting at the facility (refer to LIS Code Sheet).

The file for Staff Person #9, #10 and #11 lacked a written staff evaluation and the Staff have exceeded 12 months at the facility (refer to LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #13 lacked a written staff evaluation that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent assessment was labeled "Year End 2020", but no date was on the evaluation to verify when it was completed.

The agreement forms on file for children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 lacked an Operator's signature

The agreement forms on file for children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 lacked the fee amount to be paid.

The agreement forms on file for children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 lacked the date of admission for the child.

The emergency contact form for Child #8 lacked the telephone number for the emergency contact person listed.

The updates to the emergency contact forms for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8 exceeded 6 months between updates occurring in August 2022 and August 2023. The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #8 only contained a recent agreement from August 2023. Prior agreements were not on file to verify that they had been updated at least once in the prior 6 months. The agreement forms on file for Children #4, #7 and #10 lacked a date to verify when the form had been completed.

The facility was observed to be storing child files in an open, unlocked or restricted area of the facility.

The file for Staff Person #6 lacked one of their two written, nonfamily reference letters.

The files for Staff Person's #3, #4, #7 and #13 lacked 7.5 of their 12 hours of child care training in their respective training year (12.19.21-12.18.22).

At approximately 11:45 a.m. in the infant room on 4/5/23, staff persons # 1,2,3 were supervising 8 infants and 2 young toddlers. Staff persons #2 and #3 fumble with the supervision cards then staff person # 1 stated they were not assigned a group of children. Staff # 2 stated they were supervising 1 young toddler and 5 infants. Staff # 3 stated they were supervising 1 young toddler and 3 infants.

At approximately 11:45 a.m. in the infant room on 4/5/23, staff persons # 1,2,3 were supervising 8 infants and 2 young toddlers. Staff persons #2 and #3 fumble with the supervision cards then staff person # 1 stated they were not assigned a group of children. Staff # 2 stated they were supervising 1 young toddler and 5 infants. Staff # 3 stated they were supervising 1 young toddler and 3 infants

At approximately 12:05 p.m. in the toddler room on 4/5/23, staff persons #4 and 5 were supervising 9 older toddlers. Staff # 4 stated they were supervising 5 older toddlers. Staff #5 stated they did not know whom they responsible for because another unknown staff person left the room and did not transfer the supervision cards to help establish the group.

At approximately 12:05 p.m. in the toddler room on 4/5/23, staff persons #4 and 5 were supervising 9 older toddlers. Staff # 4 stated they were supervising 5 older toddlers. Staff #5 stated they did not know whom they were responsible for because another unknown staff person left the room and did not transfer the supervision cards to help establish the group.

*During Naptime, Room P was observed to be very dark. The lack of light in the classroom, furniture placement, and teacher positioning made it impossible for Staff #19 to see, hear, direct, and assess all of the children in care.

During Naptime, Room P was observed to be very dark. The lack of light in the classroom, furniture placement, and teacher positioning made it impossible for Staff #19 to see, hear, direct, and assess all of the children in care.

The file for Staff #10 contained Emergency Plan training that was updated in an interval greater than 12 months.

Five outlets lacking protective covers were observed on a power strip in room N near the turtle tank.

In Room E, A + D Ointment, Aquaphor, and Diaper Rash Spray all labeled keep out of the reach of children, were observed to be accessible in the unlocked cabinet under the changing table. Disinfecting wipes, bleach, and glass cleaner were accessible to children in a cabinet under the sink in room H. Though the room is not currently in use, the door and the cabinet were both unlocked leaving them accessible to children. Petroleum jelly, labeled keep out of reach of children, was accessible in a locker in the hall outside the toddler rooms.

The first aid kit in room G lacked tweezers.

Pieces of metal were observed protruding into the child care space from the base of the radiators in room K and room J. In room K, 3 pieces were observed in the front left hand corner near the windows where children were placing their nap mats. In room J, 2 pieces were observed near the loft area. The pieces measured approximately 1 in x 3 inches.

A broken toy basket was observed in room C. A cracked plastic bin containing paint bottles was observed in room N. The microwave door in the play kitchen in room P was missing screws at the hinge causing the door to be loose and crating pinch points.

In Room C, two large black trash bags were observed next to the changing table accessible to the children in care who are still placing objects in their mouths. In Room F, the diaper changing pad was observed to be ripped with exposed foam. Located in the Gym were three large climbing blocks that had torn edges with exposed foam. The changing pad and the large blocks with exposed foam were accessible to children in care who are still placing objects in their mouths. A broken toy basket was observed in room C. Small broken pieces were accessible to children in the bottom of the basket under the soft toys.

Protruding nails were observed on a free standing wooden cabinet in room J where the backing of the cabinet had pulled away from the frame.

The bottom of the inside of the refrigerator in the studio area was heavily soiled at the time of the inspection.

The files for children #2-#10 contained immunization records which did not include documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine in 2022 or yet in 2023. Written exemptions were not on file.

The file for child #3 contained a health report which did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Two bottles of expired hydrocortisone, labeled for child #11, were observed in the medication box in Room K. The medications expired Nov 2022 and Dec 2022.

In the Room F, Staff #12 was observed changing a toddler's diaper. Staff #12 did not ensure the child's hands were washed after being diapered.

In the Room F, Staff #12 was observed changing a diaper. Staff #12 did not wash their hands after the diaper change was completed.

Written notification of safe routes was not posted in the child care facility.

The facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Although Staff #12, #14, #15, #16, #17, and #18 had the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Updated training at the time of the Renewal Inspection it was observed that Staff #12, #14, #15, #16, #17, and #18 had not completed the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Updated by the compliance date of 12/30/22 as set forth in Announcement C-22-06.

Although Staff #1, #2 #3, #4, #5, #6, #8, #9, #13, and #15 had current Pediatric First Aid and CPR at the time of the Renewal Inspection it was observed that Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #8, #9, #13 and #15 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid and CPR).

The files for Staff #2, #5, #10, and #11 contained a written evaluation that was conducted in an interval greater than 12 months.

Written plans of daily activities were not posted in room H or the young infant room.

The files for children #1-#9 contained agreements which were not signed by the operator.

The files for children #1-#10 contained agreement which did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The files for children #1-#10 contained agreement which did not include the services to be provided the family.

The files for children #1-#9 contained agreements which did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.

The file for child #5 contained emergency contact information which did not include the phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

The files for children #4 and #8 did not include the full addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The city and zip codes were not listed.

Staff #15, designated as the director, lacked current photo identification.

The files for Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #7, and #8 lacked documentation of the required 12 hours of annual childcare training.

Based on conversations with facility staff, staff person #1 has been observed grabbing and yanking a child by the shirt and arm as a means of discipline.

**Based on conversations with facility staff, staff person #1 has been observed grabbing and yanking a child by the shirt and arm as a means of discipline.

Based on conversations with facility staff, staff person #1 has been observed to yell at, and belittle children.

A portable space heater was observed to be in the director's office in the child care facility.

A fire drill was not conducted within 60 days of the visit (1/11/2023). This is evidenced by the most recent fire drill being documented occurring on 10/25/2022.

The requirement of taking an additional one-hour training course titled, "Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022" for facility staff who have taken the "Health and Safety Basics" training or "Get Started with Center- Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality" (taken before 10/4/2022) was not completed for facility staff #1 - 19 and 21 - 30 by 12/30/2022.

Staff person #20, 21 and 31 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and pediatric first aid (#21) and health and safety training topics (#20 and 31)

Facility person #22 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 1/7/2023.

The 2 most recent criminal history clearances on file for Staff person #11 are dated 7/25/17 and 7/27/22, more than 60 months apart. The 2 most recent child abuse clearances on file for Staff person #11 are dated 7/26/17 and 8/2/22, more than 60 months apart.

The file for staff person #12 did not include a rap sheet with the FBI clearance, which indicated the person has a record (See IS CODE SHEET) required for CPSL compliance. The file for staff person #18 does not contain a valid PA criminal history clearance within 45 days of hire, as the clearance on file does not include a dissemination date. (See IS CODE SHEET). The file for staff person #19 does not contain an NSOR certificate within 45 days of hire (See IS CODE SHEET).

At 3:00 PM in Room K, Staff person #3 left the room with 3 preschool children, leaving Staff person #4 in the room with 11 preschool children. At 3:15 PM in Room J, Staff person #5 left the room with 2 preschool children, leaving Staff person #6 in the room with 11 preschool children.

At 2:50 PM in Room N, a child was observed under a tarp, unable to be seen by the staff person.

At approximately 9:40 AM, Room F was observed to have 8 young and older toddlers. Staff person #1 named 4 children and Staff person #2 named 3 children, leaving one child unaccounted for.

The emergency plan on site does not include provisions regarding volunteer emergency preparedness training, and continuity of operations, required as of 7/1/22, as per Announcement C-22-04.

There were adult scissors accessible to children in the unlocked cabinet of the Young Infant room (former napping room).

The file for staff person #3, #7, #8, #10, #20, #21, includes emergency plan training dated 8/16/21 and 10/3/22, more than 1 year apart. The file for staff person #22 includes emergency plan training dated 9/17/21 and 10/3/22, more than 1 year apart. The file for staff person #11 includes emergency plan training dated 9/9/21 and 10/3/22, more than 1 year apart. The file for staff person #25 did not contain documentation of completion of Emergency Plan training within the first 90 days of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET).

There were uncovered electrical outlets in the following places in the Gym: in the front by the banner, in the back by the banner, in the back by the bleachers and along the left wall.

There was an unlabeled spray bottle reported to contain toxic in Room M.

There was a First aid kit which was accessible to children on a bench in the outdoor play space.

There was a loose piece of baseboard along the back right wall of the Gym.

There was no handwashing sign at the right (far) sink of the Infant Room (island).

There was no lidded can in the bathroom in Room N.

There was a loose faucet on a toy kitchen sink in Room J. There was a broken yellow plastic base and a broken orange pylon in the Gym, both with sharp edges.

There were plastic bags in an unlocked cabinet in the Young Infant room.

There was a crib in the Infant room (Room Q) with a sleeping infant that did not have 2 feet on 3 sides of the crib.

The initial health assessment on file for Child #8 does not include a signature or date from a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP, making it invalid.

The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #8, who is 4 years old, is dated 9/15/20, more than 1 year ago, as is recommended annually by the ACIP. The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #10, who is 3 years old, is dated 10/21/19, more than 1 year ago, as is recommended annually by the ACIP.

The file for Child #5, with an enrollment date of 8/22/22, more than 60 days ago, does not include the child's immunization record.

There was no written parental permission for an EpiPen and Benadryl for Child #1 in Room G. There was no written parental consent for an Auvi Q for Child #2 in Room D. There was no written parental consent for an EpiPen for Child #3 in Room C.

A diaper change was observed in Room F, during which the Staff person left the soiled diaper on the table throughout the change and handwashing process, then placed the soiled diaper in the can.

The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #8 are dated 7/7/20 and 7/10/22, more than 24 months apart. The file for staff person #13 did not contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The health assessment on file for staff person #13 was dated 7/31/19.

The file for staff person #13 did not contain documentation of a Tuberculosis screening being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The TB test is dated 8/2/19.The file for staff person #16 did not contain documentation of a Tuberculosis test result being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The Tuberculosis test result on file for staff person #16 was dated 1/5/21. The file for staff person #23 did not contain documentation of a Tuberculosis screening being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The TB test is dated 5/12/22.

The file for Child #5, with an enrollment date of 8/22/22, more than 60 days ago, does not include an initial health assessment.

The file for Staff person #3, #7, #8, #9, #10, #20 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 10/3/22, after the expiration date of 8/17/22.

The file for staff person #21 did not contain documentation of completed Fire Safety Training within 1 year of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). Staff person #21 completed fire safety training on 8/15/22.

Staff person #17 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality. The training was completed on 10/27/22.

Staff person #14 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR and Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality. Staff person #15 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR and Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality. Staff person #23 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality. Staff person #24 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality.

The 2 most recent mandated reporter training certificates on file for Staff person #11 are dated 8/25/17 and 10/23/22, more than 60 months apart.

The file for Staff person #11, #21, #22, who were hired more than 1 year ago (See LIS Code Sheet), does not include an annual staff evaluation.

There was no schedule of activities posted in Room H.

The agreement on file for Child #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #13, and #12 are not signed by the operator.

The agreement on file for Child #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13 does not include the child's arrival and departure times.

The emergency contact form on file for Child #5 does not include a complete telephone number and address for all listed release persons.

There was no medical emergency transportation plan posted in the Studio.

The most recent 6 month review signature for the emergency contact form and agreement on file for Child #6, #7, #8 is dated in February 2022, more than 6 months ago.

The facility file lacked documentation of an emergency plan drill within the past year with all required information on the emergency drill log.

The facility does not have proof of purchase for the fire detection system, which is required as per Act 62.