KENOSHA YMCA FOREST PARK

Windows & Doors Used For Ventilation (251.06(2)(o))

Windows were observed to be open with a ripped screen. Rule 251.06(2)(o) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medical Log - Pages & Entries (251.07(6)(dm)2.)

Page 51 of the medical log book has several skipped lines. An entry on page 52 was not initialed/ signed. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)

The last documented review of the medical log book is dated 9/9/25. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Record - Enrollment Information (251.04(6)(a)1.)

Documentation of complete contact information for a parent was not observed in a childs file Rule 251.04(6)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medical Log - Observation Or Evidence Of Injury (251.07(6)(dm)3.a.)

A child is observed with an approximately 2 inch scabbed over mark on his arm. This injury was not recorded in the center medical log book. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Menus - Changes (251.07(5)(a)6.)

Snack service was observed. Changes to the posted snack menu were not recorded. The menu states apples and string cheese were served when yogurt and blackberries and Sun Chips were served. Rule 251.07(5)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions (251.07(2)(e)5.)

Staff B is heard yelling at a child in such a loud, harsh tone that it startles Licensor Slatten while she is seated across the cafeteria with her back turned to Staff B and and the children while Staff B yells and points his finger at the child stating "Sit! Sit! Sit! I don't wanna hear that anymore! I hear that every day! The child is then made to sit at a table. Rule 251.07(2)(e)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Policy - Child Guidance (251.07(2)(b))

The center's written policy for positive guidance and re-direction is not implemented when Staff A tells a child "No, No, No...I don't want to hear that" and repeatedly counts back from 5 when children do not do what she asks. Rule 251.07(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))

During the program multiple children are observed not being tracked when they leave the cafeteria and the gym to use the bathrooms located in the hallway and to go to the cafeteria from the gym to retrieve personal items. During these times there is no documentation reflecting that they have left these areas. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document (251.05(4)(a))

Staff B, who has been employed since 4/1/25 reports he has not completed the required orientation program and there is no documentation of completion of the required orientation. Rule 251.05(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))

Staff B, who has been employed since, 4/1/25 has not completed training on child abuse and neglect reporting requirements within one week after beginning work at the center. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))

Staff A has not maintained a current certificate of completion for Child CPR with AED. Staff A's most recent CPR certificate expired on 5/20/25. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Educational Qualifications (251.05(2)(a)4.d.)

Staff B, who has been employed since 4/1/25, does not have documentation of his educational qualifications on file in either paper or electronic format. Rule 251.05(2)(a)4.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Registry Certificate - School Age Programs (251.05(2)(a)4.b.)

Staff A, has been employed as a School-Age Program Leader since 2021 however her Registry Certificate does not indicate she meets the qualifications for her position. Staff A's Registry Certificate states she meets the qualifications for a provisionally certified child care provider. Rule 251.05(2)(a)4.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)

Staff B, who has been employed since 4/1/25, does not have a report on a physical examination that was completed not more than 12 months prior to nor more than 30 days after the person was hired. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Personal Information (251.05(2)(a)1.)

Staff record information on file for Staff B is incomplete including education, position, previous work experience in child care and the reason for leaving previous position and the name, address, and telephone numbers of person to be notified in an emergency. Rule 251.05(2)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Report - Plan Of Correction (251.04(3)(f))

The plan of correction for the violations cited during the April 30, 2024 monitoring visit has not been received by the department by the due date of 5/27/24. Licensor Slatten e-mailed the non-compliance statement to the center director on 5/17/24. Rule 251.04(3)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Monitoring Results Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.a.)

The current non-compliance statement that was issued following the monitoring visit conducted on April 30, 2024 is not posted next to the child care license. The non-compliance statement has not been posted. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).