YMCA-Parkersburg Child Care Center
PARKERSBURG, WV·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1800 30th St, Parkersburg, WV, 26104
CountyWood
Phone(304) 485 5585
Operating details
Capacity312
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/17/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High10
- Medium9
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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1800 30th St, Parkersburg, WV, 26104, PARKERSBURG, WV 26104
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/17/2025
- High3
- Medium-High9
- Medium8
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk12/17/2025
When it provides transportation according to a regular schedule, a center shall conduct a vehicle evacuation drill at least two times a year.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium risk12/17/2025
A physical examination, including vision and hearing screening;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - High risk12/17/2025
All staff in positions that are not qualified staff positions shall have training within the first three months of employment related to their responsibilities, renew child abuse and neglect recognition every three years and keep first aid and CPR certification current.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - High risk12/17/2025
Abuse Recognition and Prevention. Within three months of employment or use, staff members shall have training in child abuse recognition and prevention. Training in child abuse recognition and prevention may be used to meet the requirement for annual professional development described in this section.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-High risk12/17/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. Within three months of employment or use staff members shall have current CPR certification appropriate to the age of the children in care and current first aid training. Except in the first year of employment or use, training in CPR and First Aid is in addition to the requirement for annual professional development.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-High risk12/17/2025
A significant health history which the center needs to know in order to protect the health of the employee or the health and safety of children in care;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium risk12/17/2025
A statement that the prospective staff member has no known condition or disease which would interfere with the proper care of children; and
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - High risk12/17/2025
A search shall be done of the state-based child and adult abuse and neglect registries and protective services databases in each state where the staff member or volunteer resided during the preceding five years. The same search shall be done in the state where the staff member or volunteer currently resides, and shall be repeated every five years.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium risk12/17/2025
All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-Low risk12/17/2025
A tuberculosis risk assessment that is repeated annually or a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method, if a screening is indicated by the tuberculosis risk assessment.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-Low risk12/17/2025
A procedure for maintaining a written record of the dates and times when the practice sessions are conducted; and
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium risk12/17/2025
A procedure for practicing moving to the safe location within a center at least two times a year;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-High risk12/17/2025
Submission of an emergency and disaster evacuation plan to the Director of the Office of Emergency Services in the county where the center is located or any other designated authority with a procedure to submit any changes to that plan by December 31 of each year;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-High risk12/17/2025
The location of a center's first aid kit and other emergency supplies;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-High risk12/17/2025
The location of the child's emergency information;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-High risk12/17/2025
The name, address and telephone number of a health professional or facility available to provide medical consultation to the center;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-High risk12/17/2025
The name, address, telephone number and location of the emergency facility to be used when a center cannot reach the child's parent or licensed health care provider, or when transporting the ill or injured child to the preferred hospital could result in a serious delay in obtaining medical attention;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium risk12/17/2025
The procedures to be followed;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium risk12/17/2025
A center shall require all staff to meet approved pre-service training requirements and pre-service education qualifications other than that noted in subdivision 8.6.c. Provided: Staff persons who have remained employed by the center since July 1, 2003 and have been in continuous employment in that position or one requiring greater qualifications in a child care setting since July 1, 1998, shall be considered to meet the qualification of their position except the requirement of approved pre-service training.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium risk12/17/2025
Prior to caring for children, all current and potential staff are required to complete approved pre-service training. Prior to or during the first week of employment and prior to having sole responsibility for a group of children, a center shall provide orientation to the staff member that includes a review of:
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-High risk12/17/2025
A center shall secure from the employee a recent health assessment performed not more than 90 days prior to the date hired for the employee and signed by a licensed health care provider. The health assessment shall be on file no later than 30 days from the first date of employment. A health assessment for a volunteer shall be on file if the volunteer is scheduled to work at least 40 hours per month in the center. The health assessment shall include:
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium-Low risk12/17/2025
A center shall maintain a written record of the dates and times when vehicle evacuation drills are conducted.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026 - Medium risk12/17/2025
A procedure for practicing relocation with staff members two times per year;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-12-17, ended 2026-01-16). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/20/2026
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,035/month
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About this daycare
- Location: PARKERSBURG, Wood County
- Capacity: 312
- Type: Child Care Center
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