Facility Evaluation Report

Pathway Homes, Bakersfield08/29/2022Licence 157209133

Capacity6
Census3
Date signed08/30/2022 10:24:48 AM
The inspector’s account

On 8/29/22 at 9:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Malia Thao arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual inspection. LPA explained reason for inspection and was granted entry. House Manager Elizabeth Ramos arrived a short time later and Licensee/Administrator Jason Johnson arrived towards the end of the inspection. Two residents and one staff was present during the inspection.

LPA conducted tour with staff and did not observe any obstructions. No fire issues observed. Hand sanitizer was readily available to residents and visitors. Social distancing is maintained in the common and dining areas. Hand washing posters were observed by the bathroom sinks. Bedrooms were checked and residents do not share bedrooms. LPA checked residents’ medications. Food supply was observed in adequate supply. Cleaning and PPE supplies were checked. Resident files have updated emergency contact information. Administrator certificate is valid.

The following deficiencies were observed:

1. S1 does not have fingerprint transfer clearance and has been working in the facility since 6/7/22.

2. One bottle of cleaner observed accessible in cabinet under hall bathroom sink, and storage cabinet in garage where all cleaners and chemicals are stored was observed unlocked and accessible.

3. S1 did not have a health assessment completed and has been working since 6/7/22.

4. LPA observed master bathroom shower did not have a non-skid mat or strips available.

5. Upon LPA entry, S1 was only staff on duty and stepped out of the front door to guide LPA to office next door, leaving two residents unsupervised.

Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Methodology · Report a correction