Finding 375775 (2023-001)

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Requirement
A
Questioned Costs
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Year
2023
Accepted
2024-03-13

AI Summary

  • Answer: Four out of five client files lacked accessible program fee documentation.
  • Trend: This indicates a recurring issue with documentation availability across client files.
  • List: Follow up by ensuring all client files are complete and accessible for future audits.

Finding Text

During our testing of client files at one of the locations, we noted that two of the original five clients selected did not have program fee documentation readily available for review. Two additional selections were made, and the program fee documentation was not readily available.

Corrective Action Plan

The Director of Program Operations (the Director) created a new client intake and file retention procedure. While this improved the direct service with the clients and related documents, this same diligence is necessary to expand to the administrative function supporting the program. In fiscal year 2024, the Director hired a new manager and program assistant to support the administrative functions of the program, including the collection of rental fees and related supporting documentation. The Society has been working with an outside consultant in creating a new program documents and policies pursuant to new funding for the transitional housing program. Additionally, there will be new and ongoing training for staff on the requirements of managing the program and will include management's ongoing implementation and review of all client files to ensure procedures are followed.

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Other Findings in this Audit

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.239 Home Investment Partnerships Program $1.08M
14.218 Community Development Block Grants/entitlement Grants $450,000
14.267 Continuum of Care Program $166,085
14.231 Emergency Solutions Grant Program $85,928
16.575 Crime Victim Assistance $66,594
97.024 Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program $50,000
93.671 Family Violence Prevention and Services/domestic Violence Shelter and Supportive Services $19,299