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YMCA of Eastern Union County, Five Points Branch
201 Tucker Ave, Union NJ 07083 · License #20FIV0003 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Director
- Arielle Wright
- Phone
- (908) 688-9622
- Address
- 201 Tucker Ave, Union NJ 07083 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Schedule type not published.
Ages served
Ages not published.
- 3-Star quality rating
- Accepts child care subsidy (CCDF)
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing- Violation
Based on complaint #25236 ensure that classroom schedules are developed to ensure a calm environment within the toddler classrooms.
Corrected by Jun 16, 2026
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Ensure vents are free of dust throughout the center.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2026
- Violation
Provide CHRI background clearance for 3 staff members.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2026
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A named child left the room unsupervised and was found in an adjacent room unsupervised 10 minutes later.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
Based on information, retrain all staff on 1. The center's supervision policy and 2. The center's policies and procedures for tracking children.
Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
- Violation
Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.
Corrected by Apr 22, 2026
- Violation
Ensure the garbage can in room 6 is covered in a secure manner.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2026
- Violation
Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center, one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable, and all children are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2026
- Violation
Replace stained ceiling tiles in room 6 and the bathroom in room 5.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2026
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Two named staff were not aware that a named child eloped from the room and was unsupervised in an adjacent room.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
Ensure that the all staff complete a physical health exam and Mantoux test, and that it is documented on the staff records checklist.
Corrected by Sep 15, 2025
- Violation
Provide documentation that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all Universal Health Records are updated annually as required.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center's evacuation procedures include an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually and that record of the trainings are maintained on file.
Corrected by Sep 15, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually and that record of the trainings are maintained on file.
Corrected by Sep 15, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and that record of the training is maintained on file at the center.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and communication.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and submits a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection upon renewal. 7/28/2025: Ensure that the center completes and submits a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance. A copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection upon renewal was submitted and uploaded to the center's NJCCIS File Cabinet.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center director completes staff development in Understanding Licensing Regulations as provided by the Office of Licensing within 90 days of hire.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all indoor equipment is sturdy, safe, free of hazards and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Secure the cubbie shelving units throughout the center.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that a CARI background check is completed as required for 1 staff member.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- Violation
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the ceiling vent above emergency exit door in 600/Multi-Purpose Room.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the director designee completes staff development in Understanding Licensing Regulations as provided by the Office of Licensing.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
As pertains to 2 children, ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
- Violation
Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center, one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable, and all children are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
Provide documentation that the director meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that a CHRI background check is completed as required for 1 staff member.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center, and maintain certifications on file.
Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center's evacuation procedures include an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and submits a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection upon renewal.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the classroom sink in room 6 is re-caulked.
Corrected by May 10, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file accident reports as required.
Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist designated by OOL.
Corrected by Feb 6, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center's social media policy includes guidelines for staff and parents.
Corrected by Feb 6, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all Universal Health Records are updated annually as required.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required. A special care plan is needed for one child in room 600, and the original medication box/label is needed for one child in room 5. 06-28-2024: A special care plan is needed for one child in room 600.
Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. CHRI clearances are needed for 5 staff members. 05-10-24: CHRI clearances are needed for 4 staff members. 06/28/2024: CHRI clearances are needed for 2 staff members. 07/29/2024: A CHRI clearance is needed for 1 staff member.
Corrected by Feb 21, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal. 02-06-2025: Renewal CARIs are needed for 2 staff members.
Corrected by Feb 21, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the all staff complete a physical health exam and Mantoux test, and that it is documented on the staff records checklist.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-4.8(c) · The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year.
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually and that record of the trainings are maintained on file.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually and that record of the trainings are maintained on file.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and that record of the training is maintained on file at the center.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Ensure that the vent in the bathroom between rooms 3 and 4 is free of dust.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the broken ceiling tile in the hall near classroom 5 is replaced.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. Initial CARI clearances are needed for 7 staff members. 6/28/2024: Initial CARI clearances are needed for 5 staff members. 7/29/2024: Initial CARI clearances are needed for 3 staff members.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times. In room 2 staff stated there were 15 children in the room when 16 children were present.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
- Violation
Repair the ripped diaper mat in room 3.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
3A:52-5.4(a)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.
Ensure that all electrical outlets accessible to the children have protective coverings in the studio room.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that the center's evacuation procedures include an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center.
Corrected by Jan 11, 2023
- Violation
Remove the rust from the bathroom fixtures in the MPR bathroom.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file.
Corrected by Jan 11, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each diaper change in room 1.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after having their diaper changed in room 1.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(4) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately
Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water after each diaper change in room 1.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. Waiting for new staff clearances. 5/8/23- 7 staff outstanding. 8/20/23- 2 outstanding.
Corrected by Jan 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal. Waiting for new staff clearances. 5/8/23- 15 staff outstanding. 8/20/23- 13 outstanding. 10/25/23- 6 outstanding. 11/6/23- 5 outstanding.
Corrected by Jan 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for the Director that indicate the hours the director worked at the center.
Corrected by Jan 11, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Corrected by May 8, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Corrected by May 8, 2023
- Violation
Provide a current fire certificate as required.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.
Corrected by Mar 29, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all glass within 36 inches above the floor are made of safety glass in the studio room.
Corrected by May 8, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair. Replace the stained ceiling tiles in the MPR bathroom.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that blinds are maintained in good repair in room 5.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(a)(1) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage.
Eliminate moisture resulting from leaks or seepage in the ceiling of room 6.
Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and that the completion of the training is documented on the Staff Records Checklist.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-4.8(a)(7) · Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6.
Based on information, retrain all staff on 1. The center's supervision policy and 2. The center's discipline policy.
Corrected by Nov 8, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of six toddlers.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center updates and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Corrected by Jan 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. Seven staff members outstanding.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A named child was left in a closet with a partially open door.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
Corrected by Jan 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after coming into contact with nasal secretions in room 3.
Corrected by Jan 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use in room 3.
Corrected by Jan 18, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food.
Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food. Children washed hands then played with toys prior to eating.
Corrected by Jan 18, 2024
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline. A named staff put a named child, who was tantruming, in a high chair and placed them into a closet with the door partially open.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center maintains medication in original prescription box with required special health care plan.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center maintains medication that includes the child's name and parent authorization to administer medication.
Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all children are strapped into high chairs according to manufacturer directions.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that evacuation cribs are not used for storage in the infant room.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that each cot used for rest and sleep is covered with a sheet, blanket or other covering in room 6.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2023
- Violation
Repair the broken sharp edges at the top of the stairs of the climbing equipment on the playground. (Center sent pictures of the repaired edges).
Corrected by Jun 22, 2021
- Violation
Replace all the stained ceiling tiles in room 6. (Center sent a picture of the new ceiling tiles).
Corrected by Jun 22, 2021
- Violation
Replenish the mulch on the playground. (Center sent a picture of the replenished mulch).
Corrected by Jun 22, 2021
- Violation
Provide drinking water results with the drinking water checklist and assurance documents.
Corrected by Jul 23, 2021
- Violation
Provide documentation of center's lock down drill.
Corrected by Jun 22, 2021
- Violation
3A:52-6.4(i) · Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices.
Cease use of pacifier straps wherein two children were observed using pacifier straps in the infant room.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2019
- Violation
Re-train staff on adequate staff/child ratios, following manufacturer's instructions on equipment including buckling children properly when in highchairs, and ceasing the use of pacifier straps.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2019
- Violation
Ensure that children are buckled properly when using a highchair wherein a child was not buckled in a highchair in the infant room.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2019
- Violation
3A:52-4.3(a)(2) · The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times.
Ensure staff know how many children are in their care at all times. Staff stated there were 18 children present in room 6 wherein there were 17 children present.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2019
- Violation
Maintain required staff to meet ratios wherein there were two staff present when three were required in the infant room. on 11/6/19 there were two staff present when three were needed in the infant room.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2019
- Violation
3A:52-4.3(a)(2) · The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times.
Ensure staff know how many children are in their care at all times. Staff stated there were 18 children present in room 6 wherein 17 children were present.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2020
- Violation
Ensure children are signed in and out daily.
Corrected by Jan 8, 2020
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jun 16, 2026 inspection noted: “Based on complaint #25236 ensure that classroom schedules are developed to ensure a calm environment within the toddler classrooms.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jan 6, 2026 inspection noted: “Ensure vents are free of dust throughout the center.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Feb 24, 2025 inspection noted: “Ensure that the all staff complete a physical health exam and Mantoux test, and that it is documented on the staff records checklist.” — what has changed since then?
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