Juz Us Childcare of Leesville

Monitoring policy for provisionally employed staff members

“1509.A.12.d. Based on record review at 9:57 a.m., although the center has a posted written policy describing the monitoring procedure for provisionally employed staff, S1 failed to obtain signed documentation from each parent/legal custodian of enrolled children, center staff, and the provisionally employed staff member that a copy of the policy was received. S5 (DOH: 5/26/2026) is a provisionally eligible employed staff member and has been present working in the center from 5/26/2026, until present.”

Rule 1509.A.12.a.-d.

Required Staffing - Director/ Director Designee

“1707.A.1.2.: Based on record review at 12:15 p.m., S1 failed to have a qualified director/director designee present at the center from 6/30/2025, until 8/1/2025, who is an on-site full time staff person at the center during the day time hours of operation (prior to 9:00 p.m.) and responsible for planning, managing, and controlling the center’s daily activities, as well as responding to parental concerns and ensuring that minimum licensing requirements are met.”

Rule 1707.A.1.&2. From a complaint.

Child to Staff Ratio

“1711.A.B.D.E.: Based on record review at 1:45 p.m., S1 failed to meet the required child to staff ratio for children of the following ages on 5/29/2025: 19 children, ages infant through 9-years-old, present with 2 staff. The required ratio for children of this age is 3 staff. An additional staff member arrived at 8:03 a.m., which corrected the issue.”

Rule 1711.A.&B.&D.&E. From a complaint.

Items That Can be Harmful to Children

“1901.J.K.: Based on observation at 11:45 a.m., items that can be harmful to children, such as poisons and cleaning supplies, failed to be kept in a locked cabinet or other secure place that ensures they are inaccessible to children. The Specialist observed ant poison in an unlocked storage room located in the hallway. The Specialist also observed a bottle of Odor Ban on top of a cubby in S5’s classroom and accessible to 9 children, ages 3-years-old through 9-years-old. These issues were corrected prior to the Specialist exiting the center.”

Rule 1901.J.&K. From a complaint.

Free of Hazards

“1903.C.: Based on record review at 2 p.m., the indoor area failed to be free of hazards. According to the Office of Public Health report dated 7/2/2025, the premises were not maintained free of insect, rodent or other pest infestations or harborages. This issue was corrected on 7/10/2025.”

Rule 1903.C. From a complaint.

Daily Attendance Records - Children

Rule 1507.A.

CPR and First Aid Certifications

“1723.F. Based on record review at 9 a.m., S7 (DOH: 4/2/2025) failed to have current certification in pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 calendar days from the date of hire and prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children. The Specialist observed S7 with sole responsibility for 7 children, ages 1-year-old through 3-years-old. S8 arrived to the classroom at 9:29 a.m., which corrected the issue.”

Rule 1723.F.

End-of-Day Check

“1901.C. Based on record review at 9:45 a.m., S2 failed to document that the entire center and play yard was checked after the last child departed on 6/23/2025, to ensure that no child was left unattended at the center.”

Rule 1901.C.

Outdoor - Enclosed

“1903.E.5.: Based on observation at 9:15 a.m., the outdoor play space failed to be enclosed with a permanent fence or other permanent barrier in a manner that protects children from traffic hazards, prevents children from leaving the premises without proper supervision, and prevents contact with animals or unauthorized persons. The Specialist observed the gate on both play yards, which exits towards the parking lot failed to remain closed when pushed.”

Rule 1903.E.5.

Critical Incidents and Required Notifications

“1103.B. Based on record review/interview on 5/01/2025 at 10:00 a.m., S2 failed to immediately notify emergency personnel of the following critical incident: On 4/14/2025, at 3:30 p.m., S10 lifted C1, 1-year-old, over the porch by both arms dropping him on the ground causing him to hit his head and injure his left ankle.”

Rule 1103.A.-C.

Daily Attendance Records - Children

Rule 1507.A.

Daily Attendance Records - Staff and Owners

“1507.B.: Based on record review on 5/01/2025 at 11:00 a.m., the center’s staff and owner’s daily attendance record failed to accurately reflect persons on the child care premises at any given time. The Specialist reviewed records from 2/12/2025 until present, and verified the departure time failed to be documented 3 times. This was not corrected prior to departure.”

Rule 1507.B.

Free of Hazards

“1903.C.: Based on observation on 5/01/2025 at 11:33 a.m., the outdoor area failed to be free of hazards. The Specialist observed a broken swing seat on the centers play yard. S1 removed the seat from the playground prior to the Specialist leaving the playground.”

Rule 1903.C.

Outdoor - Enclosed

“1903.E.5.: Based on observation on 5/01/2025 at 11 a.m., the outdoor play space failed to be enclosed with a permanent fence or other permanent barrier in a manner that protects children from traffic hazards, prevents children from leaving the premises without proper supervision, and prevents contact with animals or unauthorized persons. The Specialist observed the gate on both play yards, which exits towards the parking lot failed to remain closed when pushed.”

Rule 1903.E.5.

Proper Lifting of a Child

“1911.I.J.: Based on record review/interview on 5/01/2025 at 11:30 a.m., S10 (DOH 2/24/2025) failed to use proper lifting techniques as she lifted C1, 1-year-old, by the arms over the center’s patio porch ledge to the playground dropping him on the ground causing him to hit his head and injure his left ankle. S10 received a verbal warning that lifting children over the porch is prohibited.”

Rule 1911.I.&J.

Health Services - Observation

“1915.A.: Based on observations/record review on 5/01/2025 at 10:00 a.m., S2 failed to have documentation of observations, when something is observed, and noted on children upon arrival to the center. Specialist arrived to the center at 10:40 a.m. and observed two children with band aids on their arm and another child with several scratches, bruises on his face documented on the wrong child. This was not corrected prior to departure.”

Rule 1915.A.

Daily Transportation Visual Vehicle Check

“2107.C.: Based on record review on 5/01/2025 at 12:00 p.m., S2 failed to have documentation that the driver or a staff person checked the vehicle at the completion of each trip from 2/12/2025 until present.”

Rule 2107.C.

Posting of License

“311.A.: Based on record review on 5/01/2025 at 10:15 a.m. S2 failed to display the center’s current license in a prominent place at the center. The center had a licensed posted for the Shreveport location. This was corrected prior to departure.”

Rule 311.A.

Daily Attendance Records - Children

“1507.A.: Based on observation at 7:40 a.m., the center’s daily attendance record for children failed to accurately reflect the children on the child care premises at any given time as 10 children were present and 9 children were signed in on the log. This issue was corrected prior to the Specialist exiting the center.”

Rule 1507.A.

Daily Attendance Records - Staff and Owners

“1507.B.: Based on interview/record review at 7:59 a.m., the center’s staff and owner’s daily attendance record failed to accurately reflect persons on the child care premises at any given time. The Specialist reviewed the attendance log and observed the arrival time of 6:20 a.m. for S5 failed to be documented. This issue was corrected prior to the Specialist exiting the center.”

Rule 1507.B.

Electronic Devices Policy

“1509.A.9.: Based on observation at 7:40 a.m., although the center has an Electronic Device Policy that prohibits electronic device activity for children under age 2, S4 failed to follow the policy. The Specialist observed 5 children, ages 6 months through 1-year-old, watching a cartoon on the television in S4’s classroom. This was corrected prior to the Specialist exiting the classroom.”

Rule 1509.A.9.

Child to Staff Ratio

Rule 1711.A.&B.&D.&E.

Staff Records and Personnel Files

“1715.A.3.: Based on record review at 2:37 p.m., S2 failed to have an application/staff information form for S10 to include the last date of employment and reason for leaving.”

Rule 1715.A.1,3.&4.

Staff Records - Retention

“1715.B.: Based on interview/record review at 2:38 p.m., S2 failed to maintain a staff record and personnel file for S10 for a minimum of two years from the date of her termination of employment on 1/9/2025.”

Rule 1715.B.&C.

Orientation Training - Transportation Staff

“1719.D.: Based on record review at 11:21 a.m., S2 failed to have documentation that S5, staff member who is responsible for transporting children, received additional orientation training prior to assuming her transportation duties.”

Rule 1719.D.

Strings and Cords

“1901.M.: Based on observation at 9 a.m., strings and cords failed to be inaccessible to children under age 4. The Specialist observed a swing cord accessible to 5 children, ages 6 months through 1-year-old, in S4’s classroom. This issue was corrected prior to the Specialist exiting the classroom.”

Rule 1901.M.

Free of Hazards

“1903.C.: Based on observation at 11:33 a.m., the indoor area failed to be free of hazards. The Specialist observed a broken air conditioner vent, which failed to close, accessible to 12 children, ages 2-years-old through 4-years-old, in S5’s classroom. S2 taped the vent closed prior to the Specialist exiting the center.”

Rule 1903.C.

Outdoor - Enclosed

“1903.E.5.: Based on observation at 8:20 a.m., the outdoor play space failed enclosure with a permanent fence or other permanent barrier in a manner that protects children from traffic hazards, prevents children from leaving the premises without proper supervision, and prevents contact with animals or unauthorized persons. The Specialist observed the gate on the toddler play yard, which exits towards the parking lot, failed to remain closed when pushed.”

Rule 1903.E.5.

Eating Practices

“1907-B.1.-4.: Based on observation at 8:15 a.m., feeding tables were used at mealtimes and children’s feet failed to be able to rest comfortably on a foot rest. The Specialist observed 4 children, ages 6 months through 1-year-old, seated in the feeding table with no foot rest available.”

Rule 1907-B.1.-4.

Pacifier Attached

“19.11.G.: Based on observation at 7:45 a.m, a pacifier was attached to the clothing of C2, 1-year-old. This issue was corrected prior to the Specialist exiting the classroom.”

Rule 1911.G.

Food Allergies and Special Diets

“1919.C.: Based on observation/record review at 9:35 a.m., information regarding a food allergy of C1, 3-year-old, failed to be posted in the food preparation area. A review of C1’s child information record documents C1 has an egg allergy. This issue was corrected prior to the Specialist exiting the center.”

Rule 1919.C.

Master Transportation Log

“2103.E.: Based on record review at 11 a.m., S2 failed to have documentation that the driver or attendant was provided with a master transportation log. Transportation is provided by the center.”

Rule 2103.E.

Passenger Transportation Log

“2103.F.: Based on record review at 11 a.m., S2 failed to have documentation that the driver or attendant was provided with a current passenger transportation log.”

Rule 2103.F.

Visual Check of Vehicle

“2107.A.1.2. : Based on record review at 11:05 a.m., S2 failed to have documentation that the driver or a staff person checked the vehicle at the completion of each trip from 10/28/2024 until present.”

Rule 2107.A.1.&2.

Posting of License

“311.A.: Based on observation at 10:45 a.m., S2 failed to have the current license on display. The license on display shows an expiration date of 10/31/2024. This was corrected prior to the Specialist exiting the center.”

Rule 311.A.

Critical Incidents and Required Notifications

“1103.A.5. Based on interview at 12 p.m., S2 failed to notify the Department and DCFS Child Welfare of the following critical incident: On 10/1/2024, C1 (3-year-old) ate a peanut butter cracker served for snack by center staff. C1 has a nut allergy. S7 administered an Epi Pen to C1.”

Rule 1103.A.-C.

Medication Authorization

“1917.A. Based on record review at 12 p.m., S2 failed to obtain written authorization from the parent to administer medication to C1, 3-year-old. C1 is prescribed an Epi Pen. This was corrected prior to Specialist exiting the center.”

Rule 1917.A.

Medication Administration Records

“1917.H. Based on record review at 12 p.m., S2 failed to maintain medication administration records verifying medication was given to C1, 3-year-old, according to the parent’s authorization. S7 administered an Epi Pen to C1 on 10/1/2024.”

Rule 1917.H.

Emergency Medication Plan and Records

“1917.K. Based on interview at 12 p.m., S2 failed to have a written plan of action for C1, 3-year-old, who requires emergency medication such as an EpiPen.”

Rule 1917.K.

Daily Attendance Records - Children

“1507.A. Based on record review at 10 a.m., the daily attendance record for children failed to include the time departure of each child and the first and last name of the person to whom the child was released. Specialist reviewed the daily attendance record from 7/1/2024 until present and observed the following: the departure time failed to be documented 6 times; the first and last name of the person to whom the child was released failed to be documented 20 times.”

Rule 1507.A.

Daily Attendance Records - Staff and Owners

“1507.B. Based on record review at 10:15 a.m., S1 failed to maintain documentation of a daily attendance record for Staff and Owners, to include the time of departure. Specialist reviewed staff attendance records from 5/29/2024 until present and observed S11 and S12 failed to have a departure time documented on 6/24/2024.”

Rule 1507.B.

End-of-Day Check

“1901.C. Based on record review at 11 a.m., S1 failed to document that the entire center and play yard is checked after the last child departs to ensure that no child is left unattended at the center. Specialist reviewed the End-of-Day check from 5/29/2024 until present and observed that the signature of the staff conducting the visual check failed to be documented for 6/18/2024.”

Rule 1901.C.

Free of Hazards

“1903.C.: Based on observation at 9:45 a.m., the indoor and outdoor area were not free of hazards. Specialist observed 7 long boards and 3 short boards on the play yards. The boards were not in use, and were laying on the ground. The boards were removed prior to Specialist exiting the center. Specialist also observed a ceiling tile missing in a classroom, with foam/insulation exposed.”

Rule 1903.C.

Daily Attendance Records - Children

“1507.A. Based on record review at 10 a.m., the center’s daily attendance record for children failed to accurately reflect the children on the child care premises at any given time as 18 children were present and 17 children were signed in on the log. This issue was corrected prior to Specialist exiting the center.”

Rule 1507.A.

Daily Attendance Records - Staff and Owners

“1507.B. Based on record review at 10:15 a.m., S1 failed to maintain documentation of a daily attendance record for Staff and Owners, to include the time of departure. Specialist reviewed staff attendance records from 5/8/2024 until present and observed S1 failed to have a departure time documented on 5/10/2024 and 5/24/2024.”

Rule 1507.B.

End-of-Day Check

“1901.C. Based on record review at 12 p.m., S1 failed to document that the entire center and play yard is checked after the last child departs to ensure that no child is left unattended at the center. Specialist reviewed the End-of-Day check from 5/7/2024 until present and observed that the signature of the staff conducting the visual check failed to be documented for 5/17/2024.”

Rule 1901.C.

Free of Hazards

“1903.C.: Based on observation at 9:45 a.m., the indoor and outdoor area were not free of hazards. Specialist observed a spray bottle of disinfectant in an unlocked cabinet in S2’s classroom and accessible to 11 children, ages 2-years-old to 11-years-old. This issue was corrected prior to Specialist exiting the classroom. Also, Specialist observed 7 long boards on the play yards. The boards were not in use, and were laying on the ground.”

Rule 1903.C.

Food Service and Nutrition - Choking Hazards

“1919.D.2. Based on observation at 11:15 a.m., S4 allowed children under age 4 to eat foods that are implicated in choking incidents. Specialist observed C2, 3-year-old, was served a whole hot dog. This issue was corrected prior to Specialist exiting the classroom.”

Rule 1919.D.2.

Required Staffing - Director/ Director Designee

Rule 1707.A.1.&2.

Staff Records and Personnel Files

“1715.A.1.3.: Based on record review at 12 p.m., S1 failed to have an application/staff information form to include name, date of birth, home address and phone number, training, work experience, educational background, hire date, and first day onsite working with children, for staff: S3, S4, S5, and S6.”

Rule 1715.A.1,3.&4.

Orientation Training

“1719.A.-C.: Based on record review at 12 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation that 2 staff, S3 and S4, received orientation within seven and thirty days of the first day present at the center and prior to having sole responsibility for any children. S3 lacked documentation of completed DCFS Mandatory Reporter training; S4 lacked documentation of completed DCFS Mandatory Reporter training and LDE Modules 1-3.”

Rule 1719.A.-C.

CPR and First Aid Certifications

“1723.A.B.: Based on record review at 12 p.m., S7 failed to provide documentation that 4 of 6 staff on the premises and accessible to children had current certification in infant, child, and adult CPR through training approved by the Department. S3 - S6 failed to have the current certification. S7 stated S8 is working on scheduling a class.”

Rule 1723.A.&B.

Pediatric First Aid

“1723.C.: Based on record review at 12 p.m., S7 failed to provide documentation that 4 of 6 staff on the premises and accessible to children had current certification in pediatric first aid through training approved by the Department. S3 - S6 failed to have the current certification. S7 stated S8 is working on scheduling a class.”

Rule 1723.C.

CPR and First Aid Certifications

“1723.F.: Based on record review at 12 p.m., S7 failed to provide documentation that the early learning center staff, S3 - S6, had current certification in CPR and pediatric first aid within 90 calendar days from the date of hire and prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children. S3’s DOH: 4/4/2024; S6’s DOH: 1/23/2024; S4 and S5’s DOH is unknown/not documented in their staff file.”

Rule 1723.F.

Medication Management Training

“1725.A.-C.: Based on record review at 12 p.m., S1 failed to have at least two staff members trained in medication administration, or documentation of such, whether the early learning center administers medication or not. S2 had current certification in medication administration training.”

Rule 1725.A.-C.

Safe Sleep Practices

“1909.A.: Based on observations at 10:30 a.m., while there was a crib available for each infant, two infants were observed sharing a crib. The issue was addressed and corrected prior to Specialist leaving the classroom.”

Rule 1909.A.

Infants - Positioning Devices

“1909.C.: Based on observations at 10:30 a.m., written authorization from a physician failed to be available for 3 infants to use a positioning device. Specialist observed 1 infant propped on their back on a Boppy Pillow in their crib; and 2 infants placed in a rocker chair together in a crib. The issue was addressed and corrected prior to Specialist leaving the classroom.”

Rule 1909.C.

CPR and First Aid Certifications

“Based on record review and observation at 855 am S10 failed to have current certification in pediatric first aid and CPR prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children S10 was hired 982023 and has not completed certification in pediatric first aid and CPR to date Specialist observed S10 with sole responsibility for 5 children ages 3yearsold and 4yearsold S6 was placed in the classroom which corrected the issue”

Rule 1723.F.