Summary of Facility Monitoring
Facility Name: Believe In Me Kiamichi Youth Services Date: 10/8/2026 Time: 3:26:55 AM
Case Number: K850052295



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Program Name Believe In Me Kiamichi Youth Services Director Candis Fiedler
Location 1310 SE Washington Street

Idabel, Oklahoma 74745 		E-Mail Address
Program Phone (580) 286-4475 County of Facility McCurtain
Program Type Residential Program Subtype Residential
Residential Specialist Name Wayne Flanagan Residential Specialist
Phone Number 		(405) 397-9672
Capacity 8 Services Provided


Monitoring Summary since 10/8/2023
Listed below are the non-compliances OBSERVED during a visit. The regulation, its description, the non-compliance observed according to the regulation, and a plan of corrective action are all provided. The column "NRS" indicates Numerous, Repeated and/or Serious non-compliances with Licensing Requirements.
Visit Date 7/22/2026 Visit Type Full Purpose of Visit Periodic
RequirementRegulation DescriptionNonCompliance ObservedPlan To CorrectCorrection DateNRS
340:110-3-153.1(o)(2)(A)an OKDHS-provided personnel information sheet, completed for each personnel upon employment and submitted to Licensing within two weeks of his or her employment;One personnel information form not submitted to licensing within two weeks of employment. Program will submit personnel information forms within two weeks of employment. Program will submit document to licensing today. 07/22/2026No

Visit Date 3/24/2026 Visit Type Full Purpose of Visit Periodic
RequirementRegulation DescriptionNonCompliance ObservedPlan To CorrectCorrection DateNRS
340:110-3-153.1(b)(8)Contracted personnel. When the program contracts for a service and the individual or agency personnel fills a position, per (1) through (7) of this subsection, the requirements for the position(s) are met.Contracted nurse hired prior to meeting requirements of that position. Contracted personnel will meet licensing requirements of position filled for program. 03/25/2026No
340:110-3-153.1(g)(1)References. The program obtains three references for personnel prior to employment. Copies are maintained in the employee's personnel record.One personnel without required references on file. References will be obtained and submitted to licensing. 03/27/2026No
340:110-3-153.1(h)(1)(C)personnel applicants, prior to hire; however, the program may hire individuals, when:Contracted personnel hired prior to preliminary, complete approved or exempt results being obtained from OBI. Program will obtain approved results from OBI for all personnel including those contracted prior to hire. 03/25/2026No
340:110-3-153.1(l)Orientation. Personnel receive orientation after employment date and within 30-calendar days of employment.One personnel has not complete orientation within required time frame. Orientation will be completed and submitted to licensing for personnel identified. 03/27/2026No
340:110-3-153.1(o)(2)(A)an OKDHS-provided personnel information sheet, completed for each personnel upon employment and submitted to Licensing within two weeks of his or her employment;Document not submitted within two weeks of employment for one personnel. Program will submit personnel information form for all employees within two weeks including those contracted. 03/25/2026No

Visit Date 11/13/2025 Visit Type Full Purpose of Visit Periodic
No non-compliances observed

Visit Date 7/2/2025 Visit Type Full Purpose of Visit Periodic
No non-compliances observed

Visit Date 3/4/2025 Visit Type Full Purpose of Visit Periodic
RequirementRegulation DescriptionNonCompliance ObservedPlan To CorrectCorrection DateNRS
340:110-3-165(5)(B)Fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers are provided in accordance with current adapted NFPA standard #10 "Portable Fire Extinguisher."Fire extinguishers located on site expired 2-25. Program will request inspection of fire extinguishers and notify licensing personnel once this is completed. 03/04/2025No

Visit Date 10/22/2024 Visit Type Full Purpose of Visit Periodic
RequirementRegulation DescriptionNonCompliance ObservedPlan To CorrectCorrection DateNRS
340:110-3-153.1(o)(2)(A)an OKDHS-provided personnel information sheet, completed for each personnel and submitted to Licensing within two weeks of his or her employment;One personnel information form submitted after two weeks of employment. Program will submit form to licensing within two weeks of employment. 10/22/2024No
340:110-3-153.1(o)(2)(E)three references;One personnel without references on file. Program will obtain references prior to hire and maintain in file for future review. 10/22/2024No

Visit Date 7/17/2024 Visit Type Full Purpose of Visit Periodic
RequirementRegulation DescriptionNonCompliance ObservedPlan To CorrectCorrection DateNRS
340:110-3-153.1(h)(1)(C)personnel applicants, prior to hire; however, the program may hire individuals, when:One personnel hired prior to receiving complete approved or preliminary results from OBI. Program will only hire personnel after receiving complete approved or preliminary results from OBI. 07/01/2024Yes
340:110-3-153.1(o)(2)(C)criminal history review requests and results documentation;Program does not have results for one personnel on file. Program will complete required paperwork to reactivate QE and submit to OBI. Program will also request results for personnel identified during this audit from OBI to be mailed to authorized recipient. . 07/22/2024Yes
340:110-3-153.1(b)(2)(A)Program director. The program director is responsible for implementing and supervising programs and services. The executive director may also serve as the program director, when meeting the qualifications in (d)(2) of this Section.There is currently no individual named, with verification on file, meeting the licensing requirements for the position of program director at this facility. An individual that meets licensing requirements as program director will identified and necessary paperwork submitted to licensing. 08/17/2024No
340:110-3-154(e)(1)(I)signed documentation the resident and parents were provided copies of program policies.Document not signed by caseworker for resident. Program will obtain signature of caseworker on document for resident identified during this audit. 07/17/2024No

Visit Date 2/1/2024 Visit Type Full Purpose of Visit Periodic
No non-compliances observed

Visit Date 11/15/2023 Visit Type Full Purpose of Visit Periodic
No non-compliances observed




Complaint Summary since 10/8/2023
Any complaint investigation that rises to the level of abuse/neglect is referred to OKDHS Child Welfare Services for screening and investigation. All other complaint allegations are investigated by Oklahoma Child Care Services. Only substantiated complaints are available for viewing online.
Complaint Received 9/12/2025
RequirementDescriptionAllegation DescriptionPlan To CorrectAllegation Findings
340:110-3-163(2)(D)The premises and vehicles used to transport residents are free of illegal drugs and paraphernalia.Premises: Drugs are present at the facility. Staff will monitor youth possessions more closely and check bedrooms more often. Program will provide clear backpacks for resident use. Substantiated
340:110-3-153.2(a)The program employs an adequate number of child care personnel meeting resident's needs, considering residents' ages, physical and mental condition, and other factors affecting the amount of attention and supervision required. Supervision is the function of overseeing and guiding residents, including awareness of, and responsibility for, each resident's ongoing activities.Supervision: Inadequate supervision provided by program personnel that allowed residents to leave the facility. Staff will be more attentive and interact more closely with youth. Substantiated
340:110-3-152(f)(1)(F)any time a resident receives emergency medical treatment by a licensed health care professional;Additional Non-Compliance Found During Investigation: Notification: Program failed to notify licensing of resident going to ER on 8-8-25. Program will notify licensing anytime residents go to ER. Determined During Course of Investigation