DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

UNITED INNER CITY SERVICES

000169437

(816) 994-5400

2008 E 12TH ST
KANSAS CITY
MO  64127

UNITED INNER CITY SERVICES



 

HORNSBY, MATRIKA NICOLE

raina.davis@earlystartkc.org

Incorporated

PENNY SNODGRASS

6 WEEKS - 12 YEARS

124

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

8 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

01/08/2024

8:55 AM

12:53 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2461994033


DocumentDocument-Date
SANITATION INSPECTION 11/18/2022
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 04/23/2014
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 01/21/2003
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 02/13/2004
DAILY SCHEDULE 02/13/2004
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 02/13/2004
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 02/13/2004
POLICIES 02/13/2004
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 02/13/2004
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 02/13/2004
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 02/13/2004
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 02/13/2004
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 02/13/2004
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 11/01/2017
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 11/13/2019
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 11/13/2019
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 12/04/2023
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 12/26/2023
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 01/11/2023
EQUIPMENT LIST 12/21/2023
ANNUAL DECLARATION 12/04/2023




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 14
NOTE
The licensee is responsible for compliance with all licensing rules, including but not limited to the rules listed on this compliance report form.
Attendance at Time of Inspection
Total Staff 34
Total Children 87
StaffChildClass AgeNote
3 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Infants and Toddlers. Staff: Amy Case, Amanda Walker and Nita Alder
3 17 MIXED 3 - 5 year olds. Green Room 7 children are 3 years old, 6 children are 4 years old and 4 children are 5 years old. Staff: E'Lisa Moses, Jackie Williams and Daisey Matthew
2 15 MIXED 3 - 5 year olds. Yellow Room. 8 children are 3 years old, 5 children are 4 years old and 2 children are 5 years old. Staff: Barbara Hill and Sharee Robinson
2 14 MIXED 3 - 5 year olds, Blue Room. Staff: Sabrina Smith and Sylvia Zavkla
3 12 MIXED 3 - 5 year olds. 1 child is 3 years old, 4 children are 4 years old and 7 children are 5 years old. Staff: Shirley Agee, Ashley Jones and Leah McDaniel
2 10 MIXED 3 - 5 year olds. 5 children are 3 years old and 5 children are 4 years old. No children are 5 years old today. Staff: Rashonda Fantrey and Terria Deamer
15 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Director: Matricka Hornsby Administrative Asst: Deneen Baker Chief Ex Officer interim: June McDaniel Chief Fin. Officer: Latresee Yarbough Development Staff: Alana Ellis, Alexandra Basalo, Mariah Roady Educ. Manager: Merril Hunt HR: LaTonia Taylor Chef: Norma Monreal Family Advocates: Danielle Jeffrie, Vicki Lockett, Rhonda Mays and Julie Peacock Art Teacher: Paul Bine-Aime
2 7 TWO YEAR OLDS Purple Room. Staff: Arlene Martin and Bonnie Conley
2 7 TWO YEAR OLDS Red Room. Staff: Aliyah Cowings and Shuryce (Niqui) Hill.

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The annual sanitation inspection was not conducted.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (B) states: Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.
Correction Required
The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Raina Davis, Ashley Garrett, Matrika Hornsby, Merrill Hunt, Ashley Jones, Rhonda Mays, Norma Monreal, E'Lisa Moses, Julie Peacock, Mariah Roady, Sharee Robinson, Andrea Scott, Sabrina Smith, Amanda Walker, Jacqueline Williams and Latresse Yarbough within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (C) states: The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry check for all child care staff members within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date as printed on the license.
Correction Required
Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the electrical room was not locked.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (C) states: Children shall have no access to areas not approved for child care.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
1/8/2024
Violation
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that 3 outlets were not covered in the gym area.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (G) states: Protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets shall be used in areas accessible to the children.
Correction Required
The facility shall use outlet covers or twist-lock outlets as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
1/8/2024
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: toilet bowl cleaner and disinfectant bottles. The item(s) was/were located in the electrical closet that was not locked making it accessible to children.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (I) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
Correction Required
Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
1/8/2024
Violation
The ceilings located in the purple room, red room, green room and yellow room was/were not clean as evidenced by dust buildup on the ceiling tiles and vents.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the secondary fencing was coming unattached from the primary fence creating tripping hazard and sharp edges on fencing.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 4. states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there were no paper towels.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 4. states: Paper towels, soap and toilet paper shall be provided and easily accessible so the children can reach them without assistance.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide paper towels, soap and toilet paper, accessible for children's use.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
1/8/2024
Violation
The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the hand sink was soiled.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 7. states: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.
Correction Required
Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by standing water at the bottom of the drain on the left front side of the main playground with about 4 -5 inches of water in an area about 8 inches by 8 inches. There was also a sensory table filled with water about 8 inches deep. The weather was about 36 degrees so no children were outside.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 4. states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located in the turquoise room, gym room, orange room and green room was/were not clean as evidenced by sticky residue with dirt attached.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located in the turquoise room and in the gym room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by exposed dry wall with paint chipping.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The floors located in the hallway by the gym was/were not clean as evidenced by sticky contact paper residue with dirt attached was observed on the floor.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The ceilings located in the green room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the plastic to the light fixture is falling from the ceiling light fixture.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Furniture/equipment, a window seal, in the green room was unsafe as evidenced by wood was rotted and left hole in the window seat.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by shelves in the purple room, orange room, gym room, green room and yellow room had evidence of sticky residue with dirt attached.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (2) (A) 1. states: Play equipment and materials shall be clean, in good condition with all parts intact and accessible to children.
Correction Required
Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Furniture/equipment, the classroom door, in the green room was not in good condition as evidenced by the door doesn't fit into the door jam so it doesn't open and close properly.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Documentation of caregiver completion of the facility orientation was not on file for the following staff: Alex Basalo, Sabrina Smith and Latresse Yarbough.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (L) states: The child care provider shall ensure that documentation of caregiver completion of the facility orientation is maintained and on file for review by the department.
Correction Required
Documentation of caregiver completion of the facility orientation shall be maintained and on file for review by the department as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Compliance
RSMo 210.115. Reports of abuse, neglect, and under age eighteen deaths — persons required to report — supervisors and administrators not to impede reporting — deaths required to be reported to the division or child fatality review panel, when — report made to another state, when. —
Compliance
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance