Hope Haven Association, Inc.

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-02)

The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Comments: The facility playground posed a threat to the children in care as the licensing specialist observed spider webs throughout the play area. The facility will need to conduct a complete cleaning of the playground to get rid of all of the spider webs. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Due: 7/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 49f20b22-6890-4a05-97fa-585bc79b875b)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-03)

The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A Comments: Specialist observed all recent new hires did not have the required form on file during onsite inspection. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. Due: 7/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 49f20b22-6890-4a05-97fa-585bc79b875b)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-04)

An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Comments: Employment history check for past 5 years was not verified and on file during onsite inspection for the current new hires. Verification of past 5 years will need to be documented and provided to the specialist for corrective action. 5 Background Screening 5.1 Initial Screening The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained. Due: 7/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 49f20b22-6890-4a05-97fa-585bc79b875b)

41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the child who did not have a record on file for review during onsite inspection. 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. A. Immunizations received out-of-state are acceptable; however, immunizations must be documented on the Florida Certification of Immunization form and must be signed by a physician practicing in the State of Florida. B. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. Compliance Comments 21 records reviewed for all enrollments for total enrollment. Due: 7/11/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report 65596074-795e-4f27-ac63-8fc292176aaa)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-04)

The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who had an expired form on file during onsite inspection. Item corrected at the time of inspection as the staff member signed during onsite inspection brining the item back into compliance. 7.4 Personnel Records. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report 65596074-795e-4f27-ac63-8fc292176aaa)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-04)

The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who had an expired form on file during onsite inspection. Staff member is to sign a new form and a copy is to be provided to the specialist for corrective action. 7.4 Personnel Records. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Compliance Comments Counselor provided technical assistance regarding the Clearinghouse Roster management. Providers have 10 days from date of new hire to add staff to the Clearinghouse Roster. The Clearinghouse will update provider on any new arrests by email. More information regarding the Clearinghouse Roster management may be obtained at View official inspection document The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate E-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note: you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your rosters current in the clearing house to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. Please remember to make sure that you are logged into the new background screening and that all staff is inputted into the new system to have an accurate roaster. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 9898dbf7-b1dc-4a84-be8d-c7f3b53d01f4)