Complaint Investigation Report

Interviews with staff and outside sources confirmed S1 was employed at the facility for from April 2022 until present. Records reviewed, including California State Background Clearance System, confirmed S1 did not have a required criminal record clearance until November 22, 2022.

The Department has investigated the allegation of an uncleared staff caring for clients. Based on evidence obtained, the allegation is substantiated which means that the allegation is valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met. A deficiency is cited in accordance of California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 Chapter 8, and listed on the 9099D. An immediate $500 civil penalty was assessed due to S1 not having Criminal Record Clearance.

An exit interview was conducted with Licensee and a copy of this report, confidential names list, LIC 9099D and Licensee/Appeals Rights (LIC 9058 01/16) was provided.