Failure to Employ Full-Time Qualified Social Worker
Penalty
Fine: $28,020
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Summary
The facility failed to employ a full-time qualified social worker for the period between 7/27/25 and 9/2/25, as confirmed by payroll documentation and an interview with the Human Resources Director. Payroll records showed that the previous social worker's last day was 7/27/25, and the new social worker did not begin employment until 9/2/25. This gap in employment was acknowledged by the Human Resources Director, indicating that the facility did not have a full-time qualified social worker on staff during this timeframe, as required by regulations for facilities with more than 120 beds.