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Methodist Children's Home BCC

Child care center · 1111 HERRING AVE, Waco, TX 76708-3642 · License 6065

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 120. 5-17

Violation history (152)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4 748.2307(9) - Other Prohibited Punishments-subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
It was discovered during the course of the investigation that a caregiver used inappropriate and profane language in the presence of children.
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the caregiver yelled and intimidated a child during verbal redirection.
4 748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material isstored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly.
During the investigation it was found that drinking water had been contaminated with bleach.
4 748.303(a)(3)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of allegations or indications of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a child
A serious incident report of alleged abuse and neglect was not reported within an appropriate time frame to licensing.
4 748.303(a)(12)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of a suicide attempt by a child
While reviewing the document it was observed that the incident was made known to the operation on 11/26/2023 but was reported to DFPS Hotline on 11/27/2023.
5 748.685(a)(3) - Caregiver responsibility - being aware of and accountable for each child's on-going activity
It was found that a child with a history of self-injury was able to obtain a razor and self-harm.
4 748.507(1) - Employee general responsibilities-Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
There was at least one time where two staff got into a verbal altercation with one another in front of the children. A staff continuously asked children to keep secrets from other staff at the operation. The staff admitted to asking the children to keep secrets from one staff.
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
It was discovered that the incident was reported more than 24 hours after the child was provided with medical attention.
4 748.2003(b)(10) - Administration of prescription medication-must not borrow or administer prescription medication to a child that is prescribed to another person
It was noted during the course of a DFPS medication, a child in care was given another child in care's medication in error.
5 748.685(a)(5) - Caregiver responsibility - being able to intervene when necessary to ensure child's safety
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
3 748.303(e)(6)(A) - Report to Lic. within 24hrs of awareness of arrest/indictment/criminal complaint of person under auspices of op or LE responds to alleged incident
While reviewing documents it was determined that an incident occurred and law enforcement responded on campus to an alleged incident. The facility did not report this incident.
4 748.2003(b)(3) - AP Administration of prescription medication-Administer medications according to instructions or a prescribing health-care professional's orders
During the course of the investigation, it was determined a staff member administered medications incorrectly to two different children in care within the same timeframe.
4 748.685(c)(1) - Caregiver responsibility - be aware of children's habits, interests, and any special needs including supervision
A review of the Plan of Service for Dynasty stated the criteria for her supervision required the caregiver to be attentive and knowledgeable of appropriate supervision, which will not allow Dynasty to engage in inappropriate or unsafe activities. Three victims stated they engaged in inappropriate touching.
4 748.1101(b)(4)(A)(v) - Children's rights- To be free from being subjected to remarks that belittle or ridicule the child or the child's family
It was determined a staff member has been argumentative, yelling, and instigating situations with children in care.
Yes
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
The purpose of this rule is to prevent harm to children due to the use of behavior management techniques that inflict physical or emotional pain or discomfort. These prohibited methods of punishment are considered physically, psychologically and/or emotionally abusive. Using positive methods of discipline and guidance encourage self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction.
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
A child in care was taken to the hospital and received medical care. This was not reported within 24 hours.
4 748.3001(a)(2) - Sanitation Inspection-Sanitation official must conduct sanitation inspection at least once every 12 months from date of last inspection
It was noted that the operations health inspection expired in March and has still not been completed as of this day.
Yes
5 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
5 748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being
Two children in care had inappropriate contact while one of the children was on one on one supervision. A staff indicated they had been looking at their cell phone some during that time.
4 748.507(1) - Employee general responsibilities-Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
There was at least one time where two staff got into a verbal altercation with one another in front of the children. A staff continuously asked children to keep secrets from other staff at the operation. The staff admitted to asking the children to keep secrets from one staff.
5 748.685(a)(3) - Caregiver responsibility - being aware of and accountable for each child's on-going activity
It was found that a child with a history of self-injury was able to obtain a razor and self-harm.
4 748.2307(9) - Other Prohibited Punishments-subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
It was discovered during the course of the investigation that a caregiver used inappropriate and profane language in the presence of children.
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
The purpose of this rule is to prevent harm to children due to the use of behavior management techniques that inflict physical or emotional pain or discomfort. These prohibited methods of punishment are considered physically, psychologically and/or emotionally abusive. Using positive methods of discipline and guidance encourage self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction.
4 748.1101(b)(4)(A)(v) - Children's rights- To be free from being subjected to remarks that belittle or ridicule the child or the child's family
It was determined a staff member has been argumentative, yelling, and instigating situations with children in care.
Yes
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
A child in care was taken to the hospital and received medical care. This was not reported within 24 hours.
5 748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being
Two children in care had inappropriate contact while one of the children was on one on one supervision. A staff indicated they had been looking at their cell phone some during that time.
5 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
4 748.303(a)(12)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of a suicide attempt by a child
While reviewing the document it was observed that the incident was made known to the operation on 11/26/2023 but was reported to DFPS Hotline on 11/27/2023.
4 748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material isstored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly.
During the investigation it was found that drinking water had been contaminated with bleach.
4 748.2003(b)(10) - Administration of prescription medication-must not borrow or administer prescription medication to a child that is prescribed to another person
It was noted during the course of a DFPS medication, a child in care was given another child in care's medication in error.
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
It was discovered that the incident was reported more than 24 hours after the child was provided with medical attention.
3 748.303(e)(6)(A) - Report to Lic. within 24hrs of awareness of arrest/indictment/criminal complaint of person under auspices of op or LE responds to alleged incident
While reviewing documents it was determined that an incident occurred and law enforcement responded on campus to an alleged incident. The facility did not report this incident.
4 748.3001(a)(2) - Sanitation Inspection-Sanitation official must conduct sanitation inspection at least once every 12 months from date of last inspection
It was noted that the operations health inspection expired in March and has still not been completed as of this day.
Yes
5 748.685(a)(5) - Caregiver responsibility - being able to intervene when necessary to ensure child's safety
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the caregiver yelled and intimidated a child during verbal redirection.
4 748.303(a)(3)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of allegations or indications of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a child
A serious incident report of alleged abuse and neglect was not reported within an appropriate time frame to licensing.
4 748.2003(b)(3) - AP Administration of prescription medication-Administer medications according to instructions or a prescribing health-care professional's orders
During the course of the investigation, it was determined a staff member administered medications incorrectly to two different children in care within the same timeframe.
4 748.685(c)(1) - Caregiver responsibility - be aware of children's habits, interests, and any special needs including supervision
A review of the Plan of Service for Dynasty stated the criteria for her supervision required the caregiver to be attentive and knowledgeable of appropriate supervision, which will not allow Dynasty to engage in inappropriate or unsafe activities. Three victims stated they engaged in inappropriate touching.
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the caregiver yelled and intimidated a child during verbal redirection.
5 748.685(a)(5) - Caregiver responsibility - being able to intervene when necessary to ensure child's safety
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
4 748.2003(b)(3) - AP Administration of prescription medication-Administer medications according to instructions or a prescribing health-care professional's orders
During the course of the investigation, it was determined a staff member administered medications incorrectly to two different children in care within the same timeframe.
4 748.3001(a)(2) - Sanitation Inspection-Sanitation official must conduct sanitation inspection at least once every 12 months from date of last inspection
It was noted that the operations health inspection expired in March and has still not been completed as of this day.
Yes
4 748.507(1) - Employee general responsibilities-Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
There was at least one time where two staff got into a verbal altercation with one another in front of the children. A staff continuously asked children to keep secrets from other staff at the operation. The staff admitted to asking the children to keep secrets from one staff.
4 748.303(a)(3)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of allegations or indications of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a child
A serious incident report of alleged abuse and neglect was not reported within an appropriate time frame to licensing.
4 748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material isstored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly.
During the investigation it was found that drinking water had been contaminated with bleach.
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
The purpose of this rule is to prevent harm to children due to the use of behavior management techniques that inflict physical or emotional pain or discomfort. These prohibited methods of punishment are considered physically, psychologically and/or emotionally abusive. Using positive methods of discipline and guidance encourage self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction.
5 748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being
Two children in care had inappropriate contact while one of the children was on one on one supervision. A staff indicated they had been looking at their cell phone some during that time.
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
A child in care was taken to the hospital and received medical care. This was not reported within 24 hours.
4 748.2307(9) - Other Prohibited Punishments-subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
It was discovered during the course of the investigation that a caregiver used inappropriate and profane language in the presence of children.
4 748.303(a)(12)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of a suicide attempt by a child
While reviewing the document it was observed that the incident was made known to the operation on 11/26/2023 but was reported to DFPS Hotline on 11/27/2023.
5 748.685(a)(3) - Caregiver responsibility - being aware of and accountable for each child's on-going activity
It was found that a child with a history of self-injury was able to obtain a razor and self-harm.
4 748.685(c)(1) - Caregiver responsibility - be aware of children's habits, interests, and any special needs including supervision
A review of the Plan of Service for Dynasty stated the criteria for her supervision required the caregiver to be attentive and knowledgeable of appropriate supervision, which will not allow Dynasty to engage in inappropriate or unsafe activities. Three victims stated they engaged in inappropriate touching.
5 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
It was discovered that the incident was reported more than 24 hours after the child was provided with medical attention.
4 748.2003(b)(10) - Administration of prescription medication-must not borrow or administer prescription medication to a child that is prescribed to another person
It was noted during the course of a DFPS medication, a child in care was given another child in care's medication in error.
4 748.1101(b)(4)(A)(v) - Children's rights- To be free from being subjected to remarks that belittle or ridicule the child or the child's family
It was determined a staff member has been argumentative, yelling, and instigating situations with children in care.
Yes
3 748.303(e)(6)(A) - Report to Lic. within 24hrs of awareness of arrest/indictment/criminal complaint of person under auspices of op or LE responds to alleged incident
While reviewing documents it was determined that an incident occurred and law enforcement responded on campus to an alleged incident. The facility did not report this incident.
4 748.2003(b)(3) - AP Administration of prescription medication-Administer medications according to instructions or a prescribing health-care professional's orders
During the course of the investigation, it was determined a staff member administered medications incorrectly to two different children in care within the same timeframe.
4 748.303(a)(12)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of a suicide attempt by a child
While reviewing the document it was observed that the incident was made known to the operation on 11/26/2023 but was reported to DFPS Hotline on 11/27/2023.
4 748.2003(b)(10) - Administration of prescription medication-must not borrow or administer prescription medication to a child that is prescribed to another person
It was noted during the course of a DFPS medication, a child in care was given another child in care's medication in error.
4 748.685(c)(1) - Caregiver responsibility - be aware of children's habits, interests, and any special needs including supervision
A review of the Plan of Service for Dynasty stated the criteria for her supervision required the caregiver to be attentive and knowledgeable of appropriate supervision, which will not allow Dynasty to engage in inappropriate or unsafe activities. Three victims stated they engaged in inappropriate touching.
4 748.507(1) - Employee general responsibilities-Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
There was at least one time where two staff got into a verbal altercation with one another in front of the children. A staff continuously asked children to keep secrets from other staff at the operation. The staff admitted to asking the children to keep secrets from one staff.
4 748.1101(b)(4)(A)(v) - Children's rights- To be free from being subjected to remarks that belittle or ridicule the child or the child's family
It was determined a staff member has been argumentative, yelling, and instigating situations with children in care.
Yes
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
It was discovered that the incident was reported more than 24 hours after the child was provided with medical attention.
5 748.685(a)(3) - Caregiver responsibility - being aware of and accountable for each child's on-going activity
It was found that a child with a history of self-injury was able to obtain a razor and self-harm.
4 748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material isstored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly.
During the investigation it was found that drinking water had been contaminated with bleach.
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
The purpose of this rule is to prevent harm to children due to the use of behavior management techniques that inflict physical or emotional pain or discomfort. These prohibited methods of punishment are considered physically, psychologically and/or emotionally abusive. Using positive methods of discipline and guidance encourage self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction.
4 748.3001(a)(2) - Sanitation Inspection-Sanitation official must conduct sanitation inspection at least once every 12 months from date of last inspection
It was noted that the operations health inspection expired in March and has still not been completed as of this day.
Yes
3 748.303(e)(6)(A) - Report to Lic. within 24hrs of awareness of arrest/indictment/criminal complaint of person under auspices of op or LE responds to alleged incident
While reviewing documents it was determined that an incident occurred and law enforcement responded on campus to an alleged incident. The facility did not report this incident.
5 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
A child in care was taken to the hospital and received medical care. This was not reported within 24 hours.
4 748.303(a)(3)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of allegations or indications of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a child
A serious incident report of alleged abuse and neglect was not reported within an appropriate time frame to licensing.
5 748.685(a)(5) - Caregiver responsibility - being able to intervene when necessary to ensure child's safety
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
4 748.2307(9) - Other Prohibited Punishments-subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
It was discovered during the course of the investigation that a caregiver used inappropriate and profane language in the presence of children.
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the caregiver yelled and intimidated a child during verbal redirection.
5 748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being
Two children in care had inappropriate contact while one of the children was on one on one supervision. A staff indicated they had been looking at their cell phone some during that time.
5 748.685(a)(5) - Caregiver responsibility - being able to intervene when necessary to ensure child's safety
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
4 748.2003(b)(10) - Administration of prescription medication-must not borrow or administer prescription medication to a child that is prescribed to another person
It was noted during the course of a DFPS medication, a child in care was given another child in care's medication in error.
5 748.685(a)(3) - Caregiver responsibility - being aware of and accountable for each child's on-going activity
It was found that a child with a history of self-injury was able to obtain a razor and self-harm.
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
A child in care was taken to the hospital and received medical care. This was not reported within 24 hours.
4 748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material isstored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly.
During the investigation it was found that drinking water had been contaminated with bleach.
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
The purpose of this rule is to prevent harm to children due to the use of behavior management techniques that inflict physical or emotional pain or discomfort. These prohibited methods of punishment are considered physically, psychologically and/or emotionally abusive. Using positive methods of discipline and guidance encourage self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction.
4 748.2003(b)(3) - AP Administration of prescription medication-Administer medications according to instructions or a prescribing health-care professional's orders
During the course of the investigation, it was determined a staff member administered medications incorrectly to two different children in care within the same timeframe.
4 748.685(c)(1) - Caregiver responsibility - be aware of children's habits, interests, and any special needs including supervision
A review of the Plan of Service for Dynasty stated the criteria for her supervision required the caregiver to be attentive and knowledgeable of appropriate supervision, which will not allow Dynasty to engage in inappropriate or unsafe activities. Three victims stated they engaged in inappropriate touching.
4 748.1101(b)(4)(A)(v) - Children's rights- To be free from being subjected to remarks that belittle or ridicule the child or the child's family
It was determined a staff member has been argumentative, yelling, and instigating situations with children in care.
Yes
4 748.507(1) - Employee general responsibilities-Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
There was at least one time where two staff got into a verbal altercation with one another in front of the children. A staff continuously asked children to keep secrets from other staff at the operation. The staff admitted to asking the children to keep secrets from one staff.
5 748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being
Two children in care had inappropriate contact while one of the children was on one on one supervision. A staff indicated they had been looking at their cell phone some during that time.
4 748.303(a)(12)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of a suicide attempt by a child
While reviewing the document it was observed that the incident was made known to the operation on 11/26/2023 but was reported to DFPS Hotline on 11/27/2023.
4 748.2307(9) - Other Prohibited Punishments-subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
It was discovered during the course of the investigation that a caregiver used inappropriate and profane language in the presence of children.
5 748.1101(b)(1)(B) - Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
3 748.303(e)(6)(A) - Report to Lic. within 24hrs of awareness of arrest/indictment/criminal complaint of person under auspices of op or LE responds to alleged incident
While reviewing documents it was determined that an incident occurred and law enforcement responded on campus to an alleged incident. The facility did not report this incident.
4 748.303(a)(3)(A) - Serious Incident-Report to Licensing as soon as aware of allegations or indications of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a child
A serious incident report of alleged abuse and neglect was not reported within an appropriate time frame to licensing.
4 748.3001(a)(2) - Sanitation Inspection-Sanitation official must conduct sanitation inspection at least once every 12 months from date of last inspection
It was noted that the operations health inspection expired in March and has still not been completed as of this day.
Yes
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the caregiver yelled and intimidated a child during verbal redirection.
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
It was discovered that the incident was reported more than 24 hours after the child was provided with medical attention.
4 748.2003(b)(3) - AP Administration of prescription medication-Administer medications according to instructions or a prescribing health-care professional's orders
During the course of the investigation, it was determined a staff member administered medications incorrectly to two different children in care within the same timeframe.
4 748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization
It was discovered that the incident was reported more than 24 hours after the child was provided with medical attention.
4 748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
The purpose of this rule is to prevent harm to children due to the use of behavior management techniques that inflict physical or emotional pain or discomfort. These prohibited methods of punishment are considered physically, psychologically and/or emotionally abusive. Using positive methods of discipline and guidance encourage self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction.
4 748.3001(a)(2) - Sanitation Inspection-Sanitation official must conduct sanitation inspection at least once every 12 months from date of last inspection
It was noted that the operations health inspection expired in March and has still not been completed as of this day.
Yes
4 748.1101(b)(4)(A)(v) - Children's rights- To be free from being subjected to remarks that belittle or ridicule the child or the child's family
It was determined a staff member has been argumentative, yelling, and instigating situations with children in care.
Yes

Severity 5 = most serious. Source: official state record.

Inspections (144)

144 inspection record(s) on file from TX-HHSC.

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