The most serious findings in the state inspection reports we hold: deaths, sexual and physical abuse, restraints that injured a child, suicide attempts, medical neglect and hospitalisations. Every quote below is the licensing agency's own wording, and each one was read against its report by a person before it was listed here.
A staff member pushed and yelled at a child in care.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2307(1) - Other Prohibited Punishments-any harsh, cruel, unusual, unnecessary, demeaning, or humiliating discipline/punishment.
In plain words: A staff member reportedly choked a child and bent the child's back over a sink. On another occasion, the staff member punched a hole in a child's bedroom wall out of frustration. Our summary of the state's report. The state's own wording follows.
"He (staff #8) did choke me." [...] Staff #8 punched a hole in his wall. [...] Staff #8 did not punch a hole in the wall. [...] Staff #8 choked client #1 and bent his back over the sink. [...] On another occasion staff #8 got frustrated with client #2 and punched a hole in client #2's bedroom wall.
Staff #8 had a family member that recently died from cancer. He thought staff #2 was at the facility when staff #8 punched his wall. Staff #2 punched the wall just above his head and it was patched.
Staff #8 had a family that recently died from cancer. He thought staff #2 was at the facility when staff #8 punched his wall. \- Staff #2 punched the wall just above his head and it was patched. ~ Staff #8 was also involved with an incident with client #1 in October. "He (staff #8) choked [Client #1] out."
The Licensee/Qualified professional (L/QP) was aware of staff #8 punching client #2's wall while client #2 was in his bed due to frustration from the client's behavior. [...] The DSS Social Worker did not tell him about an allegation staff #8 choked client #1.
From the state's report. Deficiency cited, annual, complaint, and follow-up survey, Type A1 violation; Deficiency cited, annual, complaint, and f. Cited: V 512; V 132} G.S. 131E-256(G) HCPR-Notification,; V 512; V 366. "[...]" marks text left out between sentences.
Caregiver hit a child in the head and head butted a child because the child was not doing homework.
The caregiver placed a child in a choke hold resulting in the child not being able to breath and caused discomfort.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2303(a) - Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.; 748.2605(a)(2) - Personal Restraints Prohibited-Restraints that obstruct child's airway.
2 caregivers used corporal punishment on children in care when they punched the child/ren.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2303(a) - Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work..
3 of the 3 children interviewed stated that a staff member pinches and pulls on the residents.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2307(6) - Other Prohibited Punishments-pinching, pulling hair, biting, or shaking a child.
A caregiver was slapping and threatening to slap children in care.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2303(a) - Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work..
On June 30, 2021, Community Care Licensing (CCL) received an allegation alleging staff member (Staff #1) physically assaulted resident (Child #1). [...] Based on record review and confidential interviews the allegation staff member (Staff #1) physically assaulted resident (Child #1) is substantiated.
From the state's report. Substantiated. Cited: 87072(d). "[...]" marks text left out between sentences. The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
As [Staff 1] stood by the door, other clients pushed [Staff 1] aside and began to physically assault [Child 1]. [...] [Staff 2] admitted not giving any verbal redirection to clients to de-escalate the incident because [Staff 2] "was in shock." The incident resulted a law enforcement response to the facility. [Child 2] was observed by law enforcement with seven punctures to the right hand, seven punctures to the right wrist, a scratch to the right forearm and a scratch to the right collarbone area. [...] Law enforcement recovered a hair pick on facility property which was identified as the weapon used to stab [Child 2]. [...] [Child 1] was detained at the conclusion of law enforcement's response.
From the state's report. Substantiated. Cited: 80078(a). "[...]" marks text left out between sentences. The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
A staff member used unwarranted and excessive force on two children in care on two separate occasions.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
A caregiver slapped a child in care in the face.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2303(a) - Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work..
The two staff pushed Youth A into his bedroom.
From the state's report. Repeat violation established, special investigation. Cited: R 400.159 Resident restraint.
Client #1 revealed: "Friday (10/8/21) at around dinner time ...staff (Staff #2) pushed me into the corner of the room under a shelf near window (back right corner) ...I attempted to go in another direction ...staff ...bent wrist in the process to stop client assault. [...] Was working light duty after sustaining an injury in a restraint;
From the state's report. Deficiency cited, annual, complaint, and follow-up survey, Type A1 violation. Cited: V 512. "[...]" marks text left out between sentences.
[Child 1] approached a Staff member, "bumped chests and began yelling and swearing." Staff admitted to pushing [Child 1] away from him when [Child 1] approached. [...] Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the allegation Staff pushed client in care is SUBSTANTIATED. [...] The Staff member who pushed the client received disciplinary action and will complete additional training.
From the state's report. Substantiated. Cited: 87072(d)(11). "[...]" marks text left out between sentences. The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
In plain words: A staff member sexually abused a client multiple times during one‑on‑one walks on facility grounds, and the state gave the facility a report and civil‑penalty forms. Our summary of the state's report. The state's own wording follows.
LPA Yamamoto met with the facility representative named above and discussed the following: On 3/4/21, the Department received a complaint that staff sexually abused client in care and engaged in conduct inimical to clients in care. Confidential statements obtained during the investigation revealed that the sexual abuse occurred multiple times on facility grounds when client and staff went for one on one walks. [...] Per Health and Safety Code section 1548(2), "physical abuse" includes sexual abuse as defined by Penal Code section 11165.1 which includes Section 288a oral copulation. [...] A copy of this signed report, Confidential Names Form (LIC 811), Appeal Rights and Form LIC 421-D (CRP) Civil Penalty Assessment - Death / Serious Bodily Injury / Physical Abuse were provided to the facility representative.
From the state's report. Deficiency cited at inspection. "[...]" marks text left out between sentences.
Staff 3’s was substantiated for child physical abuse.
From the state's report. Repeat violation established, special investigation. Cited: R 400.4112 Criminal history check, subject to requirements; staff.
Based on record review and interviews [Staff 1] did pushed [Child 1]. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the allegation [Staff 1] pushed [Child 1] is found to be Substantiated.
From the state's report. Substantiated (one of several allegations). Cited: 87072(d)(11). The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
LPA Yamamoto met with the facility representative named above and discussed the following: On 1/25/21, the Department received an incident report that on 1/23/21, a client in placement was found unresponsive at the facility after staff exited a bathroom. Staff called 911 and first responders arrived. Client was taken by paramedics to the hospital where client later died. On the same day, the Department received a complaint alleging neglect/lack of supervision resulting in a client's death. [...] A copy of this signed report, Confidential Names Form (LIC 811), Form LIC 421-D (CRP) Civil Penalty Assessment - Death / Serious Bodily Injury / Physical Abuse and Appeal Rights were provided to the facility representative.
From the state's report. Deficiency cited at inspection. "[...]" marks text left out between sentences.
It was alleged that staff handled youth in a rough manner. Based on confidential interviews, staff handled [Child 1] in a rough manner by grabbing [Child 1] which resulted in both staff and client falling onto the floor. Based on records reviewed, this was an improper restraint.
From the state's report. Substantiated. Cited: 87072(d)(11). The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
The suspension was due to reviewing video footage of the incident and Administrators determining [Child 1] was pushed by [Staff 1].
From the state's report. Substantiated. Cited: 87072(d)(11). The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
Video footage shows a caregiver uses an improper restraint when they twist the child's arm and place the arm behind the child's back.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2461(b)(6) - Short Personal Restraint-Caregiver may not use restraint that twists or places the child's limb(s) behind the child's back.
In plain words: The state investigated a complaint that a staff member failed to properly supervise a fifteen-year-old resident before the child died. The state determined the violation resulted in the resident's death and issued an immediate seven thousand dollar fine to the program. Our summary of the state's report. The state's own wording follows.
On July 23, 2021, the Department concluded a complaint investigation alleging that staff #1 (See the Confidential Names List, LIC 811, dated September 3, 2021) neglected to provide the supervision necessary to meet the needs of fifteen-year-old client #1, prior to [Child 1]'s death. [...] Pursuant to the Enhanced Civil Penalty law, the Health and Safety (H&S) code section 1548 (e)(3)(A) states a violation the Department determines "...resulted in the death of a person receiving care through a Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program," the Department will be issuing an immediate civil penalty of $7,000.00." An exit interview was completed and appeal rights discussed. Copies of this report, the Confidential Names List, Appeal Rights and a Civil Penalty Assessment - Serious Bodily Injury/Physical Abuse (Form 421-D) were provided to the executive director.
From the state's report. Deficiency cited at inspection. "[...]" marks text left out between sentences. The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
Caregiver spanked a child in care as result of toileting issues.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.1101(b)(4)(A)(ii) - Children's rights-The right to be free from being subjected to or threatened with corporal punishment, including spanking or hitting.
Staff members use corporal punishment by punching a child and pushing another.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2303(a) - Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work..
A staff member was observed on video to swing and hit a child in care multiple times, wrestled with the child and placed the child in an improper restraint where the child appeared to be knocked to the ground and have the staff member's arm across their neck.
Several nurses were observed on video to not intervene when a child was placed in a supine hold and when another caregiver was hitting a child.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation; 748.685(a)(5) - Caregiver responsibility - being able to intervene when necessary to ensure child's safety.
In plain words: A staff member placed a client in physical, chemical and seclusion restraints after the client became verbally and physically aggressive, kicked doors, tried to leave the building and self‑harmed. The client was injured, receiving bruises, and the incident was recorded in multiple reports. Our summary of the state's report. The state's own wording follows.
restraint/seclusion, not in terms of Based on interview and record review, the facility practicing techniques, but with regard to failed to ensure no injury occurred during a which techniques are approved, when to physical restraint for 3 (Clients #5, #7, and #9) of use restraint/seclusion or not use it 12 (Clients #1-#12) sampled clients who had and the emphasis on avoiding injuries to documented use of restraints and or seclusion. clients and staff and avoiding restraint The findings are: whenever possible. [...] Staff was able to keep client and peer from making it out of the building but client became very physically aggressive with staff, punching them, pushing them, being verbally aggressive. [...] At 1:19:23, the client kicked door and walked down the hallway with four staff following him, pacing with his head down, kicking doors.
Staff pushed, then grabbed the client and drug to the door, then placed Client #7 in a hold at the door. [...] Client and peer used laundry basket to break light covers and used pieces to self-harm with ...1. [...] Client then started kicking doors open in an attempt to elope ...1.
Client then was trying to elope by kicking doors around the unit. [...] Client threw staff phone on the floor and while staff attempted a restraint client hit and grabbed at staff until being place in a restraint." 2.) An Incident Report Packet dated 4/11/21 by BI #4 documented, "...client became verbally aggressive with staff. [...] Once client entered room she began to self-harm.
This will be effective as that caused the injuries and developed and of 9-12-21. implemented a plan to prevent further potential injuries for 1 (Client and #9) 3 (Clients #5, #7 and #9) sampled clients who received an injury during a personal restraint. [...] At 1:19:23, the client kicked a door and walked down the hallway with four staff following him, pacing with his head down, kicking doors. [...] On 8/13/21, at 9:05 a.m., Registered Nurse (RN) #2 was asked, "How did [Client #9] get injured during a restraint on 7/27?" She stated, "He's a very aggressive, big child. He was attacking staff, and staff had to put him in a restraint, and he was taken to the floor and he got bruising.
A Seclusion and Restraint Form dated 4/12/21, documented, "Date and Time Initiated; 4/12/2021 7:21 AM; Date and Time Ended: 4/12/21 8:20 AM...Behavior demonstrated to justify use of procedure: Physically and verbally aggressive with staff, kicking doors, attempting to elope, property damage...Beginning Time: 7:23 AM; Procedure: Seclusion...Client Behavior: Combative, Cursing...Beginning Time : 7:32 AM; Procedure: Chemical Restraint; Location: Seclusion Room;...Client Behavior: Cursing..." A Report To Quality Assurance dated 4/12/21 documented, "...he began kicking doors and being non-compliant, client was asked by staff to stop but he continued until he kicked and broke one of the doors, the nurse was notified and from there client was placed in seclusion and given a chemical..." A Behavioral Intervention Observation Log dated 4/12/21 documented, "...Time 7:23 am; Procedure: 3 (Seclusion); ...Client Behavior: 2 (Calm)...Time: 7:32 am; Procedure: 4 (Chemical);...Client Behavior: 2...Time: 7:33 am; Procedure: 4...Client Behavior: 2...Time: 7:48; Procedure: 3 (Seclusion)...Client Behavior: 2...Time 8:03 am; Procedure: 3...Client Behavior: 2...8:03 am; Procedure: 3...Client Behavior: 2...8:18 am; Procedure: 3...Client Behavior: 2...8:20 am; Procedure: 3...Client Behavior: 2...release from procedure ...." Documentation indicated the client was calm at the time he was placed in seclusion, was calm at the time of the administration of the chemical restraint in the seclusion room and remained calm for 57 minutes before he was released. b.
A Seclusion and Restraint Form dated 6/21/21 documented, "...Aggressive with staff and kicking open unit doors attempting to elope... [...] Self-Inflicted... [...] The Seclusion and Restraint form dated 5/12/21 at 10:02 a.m. documented, "...kicking unit doors, self-harming, physically aggressive with staff..." RN #2 was documented as participating in the ESI for Client #3 but was not listed as participating in the Client Debriefing.
From the state's report. Deficiency cited, complaint survey with poc. Cited: N 128 PROTECTION OF RESIDENTS N 128; N 140 ORDERS FOR USE OF RESTRAINT OR N 140 Upon review of these identified issues, it is; N 149 ORDERS FOR USE OF RESTRAINT OR N 149; N 202 MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR INJURIES N 202 This deficiency has the potential to impact 9-15-21; N 130 PROTECTION OF RESIDENTS N 130 This deficiency has the potential to impact; N 188 POST INTERVENTION DEBRIEFINGS N 188 This deficiency has the potential to impact 9-15-21. "[...]" marks text left out between sentences.
Police found the illegally concealed firearm (belonging to [Staff 2]) during a search of the vehicle. Multiple charges were filed against [Staff 1] by police, including assault with a deadly weapon, criminal threats, and cruelty to a child.
From the state's report. Substantiated. The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
A caregiver pushed a child in care.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2307(1) - Other Prohibited Punishments-any harsh, cruel, unusual, unnecessary, demeaning, or humiliating discipline/punishment.
A staff member utilized corporal punishment when a child in care was choked.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2303(a) - Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work..
On May 5, 2021, the Department received a complaint alleging that staff pinched minor causing bruising. It was alleged that [Staff 1] pinched [Child 1] causing bruising to the arm. [...] Then, [Staff 1] went over to [Child 1] and pinched [Child 1] on the back of the arm. [...] Based on interviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met regarding the allegation that [Staff 1] pinched [Child 1] causing bruising and that [Staff 1] made inappropriate comments to [Child 1].
From the state's report. Substantiated. Cited: 87072(d)(11), 87072(d)(10). "[...]" marks text left out between sentences. The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
In plain words: A staff member denied dragging or touching a child in the program. However, another child stated on a recorded phone call that the staff member dragged and kicked the child. Our summary of the state's report. The state's own wording follows.
RP stated that [Child 1] does at times inflict self-injury but usually does so by biting and the injuries that RP observed did not appear to be self-inflicted. [...] [Staff 1] denied ever dragging or going "hands on" with [Child 1]. [...] Administrator sent IB investigator an audio recording of the phone call between [Staff 4], [Child 2], Administrator where [Child 2] confirms that [Staff 1] dragged [Child 1] up to the steps" and kicked [Child 1].
From the state's report. Substantiated. Cited: 84072(D)(11). "[...]" marks text left out between sentences. The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
Evidence provided through interviews, written documentation and video review do support the allegations of Supervisor 1 not following the written policies and procedures during the restraint of Youth A. Although, the allegation of Supervisor 1 choking Youth A is not supported as evidenced by most witnesses and the video recording.
From the state's report. Violation established, special investigation. Cited: R 400.10177 Resident restraint.
Then [Staff #8] is pushing my arm against the ground, pushing wrist down, pushing my elbow up.
From the state's report. Deficiency cited, complaint survey with poc. Cited: N 128 PROTECTION OF RESIDENTS N 128; N 202 MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR INJURIES N 202; N 214 EDUCATION AND TRAINING N 214.
He released the resident with excessive force.
From the state's report. Deficiency cited, complaint survey with poc. Cited: N 126 PROTECTION OF RESIDENTS N 126; N 216 EDUCATION AND TRAINING N 216.
On , child 1 was improperly restrained by staff member A. The staff member had child stomach to the ground and the staff members hands were seen around child's neck.
From the state's report. Citation, complaint inspection. Cited: 55 Pa. Code § 3800.32.b Specific Rights.
A child in care was improperly restrained.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2551(c)(2) - EBI Implementation-Caregiver must use the minimal amount of reasonable and necessary physical force.
In plain words: State officials found allegations substantiated that a staff member physically abused children, gave medicine early, and disrupted sleep. Videos also showed the staff member hitting and kicking children while two other staff members watched without stopping it. Our summary of the state's report. The state's own wording follows.
On March 17, 2021, Community Care Licensing (CCL) received an allegation of Staff (Staff #1 are assaulting clients (Child #1 and Child #2 in care. [...] Confidential interviews report a second video of the incident was obtained and confirmed the assault including [Staff 1] hitting [Child 1] and [Child 2] several times before throwing them to the floor. Record review revealed additional observations of both videos noted [Staff 1] was seen to have been kicking both [Child 1] and [Child 2] as they were lying on the ground. [...] Record review revealed observations of the two videos obtained of the incident show [Staff 2] and [Staff 3] were present during the assault and did not interject or try to stop the fight.
On December 11, 2020, Community Care Licensing (CCL) received an allegation of facility staff (Staff #1 A copy of the report was discussed and provided along with appeal rights to Childhelp Merv Griffin Quality Assurance Coordinator, Marlo Felix. physically abused child (Child #1 in care. [...] Based on confidential interviews, observation, and record review of facility documentation, the allegations facility staff (Staff #1 physically abused child (Child #1 in care, Staff (Staff #1 administered medication before the designated time, and Staff (Staff #1 interfered with client's (Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child # 6 ([Child 6]), Child #7 Child #8, Child #9, Child #10, ([Child 10]), Child #11, and Child #12) nightly sleeping arrangements are substantiated.
From the state's report. Substantiated. Cited: 87072(d)(11). "[...]" marks text left out between sentences. The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
Video footage provided shows a staff member placed a child in an inappropriate restraint.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2551(c)(2) - EBI Implementation-Caregiver must use the minimal amount of reasonable and necessary physical force.
Staff threw a water bottle and struck resident in the face.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Staff grabbed a resident forcefully causing the resident to fall forward into a window, with his face pressed into a mat.
A staff inappropriately restrained a 16 year old resident, resulting in an injury to the head.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.2461(a)(2) - Short Personal Restraint-Caregiver must use minimal amount of reasonable and necessary physical force; 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
On February 3, 2021, Community Care Licensing (CCL) received a complaint alleging facility staff inappropriately restrain minors and demonstrate inappropriate forms of discipline towards clients in care. [...] Regarding the allegation of Staff #1 inappropriately restraining minors, confidential interviews revealed [Staff 1] restrains children by twisting their hand(s) and pulling the children's hand(s) behind their lower back. [...] Based on interviews and records review, there is a preponderance of the evidence to prove Staff #1 inappropriately restrained minors (Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5) and facility staff demonstrate an inappropriate form of discipline by placing children in a group meeting for extended periods of time until children confess to the feces on the restroom walls.
From the state's report. Substantiated. "[...]" marks text left out between sentences. The state numbers or abbreviates the people in a report instead of naming them; we spell its codes out in square brackets, such as [Staff 1] for S1 or [Former client 3] for FC #3.
A staff member shoved a resident in between restraints.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.1101(b)(4)(A)(ii) - Children's rights-The right to be free from being subjected to or threatened with corporal punishment, including spanking or hitting.
Child #1 spit at Staff Member A and the staff slapped the resident in the face.
From the state's report. Citation, complaint inspection. Cited: 55 Pa. Code § 3800.32 Specific Rights.
Staff pushed resident down on the ground, causing bruising.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Staff struck child in the face with her fist.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
A child in care was subjected to physical abuse by a operation staff member.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
A staff dragged a child across the floor by gripping his ankles one with each hand and pulled the child.
It was reported that a staff conducted an improper restraint.
From the state's report. Risk level: High. Cited: 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation; 748.2461(a)(1) - Short Personal Restraint-Caregiver must minimize risk of physical discomfort, harm, or pain to child.
It was reported consistently and verified on video review that Staff 1 hit Youth A in the face with the back of his hand. [...] DCWL considers all acts of physical discipline under corporal punishment, regardless of the intention to cause pain/injury.
From the state's report. Violation established, special investigation. Cited: R 400.10169 Discipline. "[...]" marks text left out between sentences.
The staff person slammed child #1's head into a wall, threw the child to the ground, and threw a citizen band radio at the child with significant force.
From the state's report. Citation, complaint inspection. Cited: 55 Pa. Code § 3800.205 Staff Training.
Staff 2 stated he pushed Youth A into her room and is seen in video footage pushing Youth A into her bedroom.
From the state's report. Violation established, special investigation. Cited: R 400.10103 Program statement.
Staff member A also kicked a table which resulted in hitting child number 1 in the chest.
From the state's report. Citation, complaint inspection. Cited: 55 Pa. Code § 3800.32.c Specific Rights.
A program reads every inspection report we collect and picks out findings that describe serious harm, using the state's own severity rating or complaint outcome where there is one. A person then reads the report and approves or rejects each one. Only findings the state substantiated are listed: a citation, or a complaint the investigator upheld. A child running away is listed only when it ended in a death or a serious injury. This page is not complete: it covers the states and reports reviewed so far, and a facility's absence here says nothing about its record. Every report we hold, flagged or not, is on the state trackers.