Harry Potter and the Sacred Text
The Solid Rock
The Flowers of the Field
Fit for Time and Joy With God
Finding a Grit Fit
Hope Never Fails
Practicing Witnessing
Safe Conduct Resources
Denominational Safe Conduct Resources
Baptist Convention of New England
United Church of Christ Abuse Prevention
United Church of Christ – Making Our Churches Safe
Sample Site for Background Screenings
Internal Check List for Hiring Youth Workers
Internal Check List for Hiring Youth Workers
Sex Offender Registry (www.nsopr.gov) review performed on:
Personal interview conducted by staff on:
Reference inquires completed on:
Background check completed on:
To Include:
SSN Verification and Address History
National Criminal Database Search
National Sex Offender Search
Statewide Criminal Record Search
Motor Vehicle Records
Safe conduct awareness training and policy orientation performed on:
Safe Conduct Reference Check Questions
Sample Reference Interview Questions
Professional Reference Interview Questions
Employee/Volunteer Applicant:
Date:
Name of Reference:
Address:
Phone Number(s):
Sample script:
Hello, my name is x with [Name of Church]. (Applicant) has applied for a position with us and has provided your name as a reference. Is this a good time for you to talk with me?
I would like to start by letting you know that (Applicant) has applied for a position working with children so it is extremely important for us to make sure that (Applicant) is suitable for this type of position. I appreciate your help with this.
How long have you known the applicant?
How do you know the […]
Safe Conduct Teen Volunteer Disclosure Form
Teen Volunteer Disclosure Form
Authorized Teen Volunteer Disclosure Form
[Insert Dates]
This form is to be completed for any position involving the supervision or care of minors. This is being used to provide a safe and secure environment for the activities and programs of [Insert Church Name].
NAME: LAST FIRST MIDDLE
*Name of Parent or Guardian if under 18 years:
*If volunteer is under 18 years, the parent or guardian must also sign this form.
ADDRESS: STREET CITY/STATE ZIP CODE
DAYTIME PHONE EVENING PHONE
CELL PHONE EMAIL
DATE OF BIRTH DRIVER’S LICENSE STATE AND NO.
EMERGENCY CONTACT (indicate Name, Tel. No. and Relationship)
__ I have been a member of this church since:
__ […]
Interview Questions for Youth Workers
Sample Interview Questions for Youth Workers
What type of supervisory situation do you prefer? (If a person is too independent, they may not fit with needing close supervision)
What age/sex of youth do you want to work with? How would you feel about working with a different age/sex? (If the applicant is fixated on working with one age/sex, be wary. Asking follow up questions about why an applicant has a strong preference can help to see if there is cause for concern)
Is there anyone who might suggest that you should not work with youth? Why or why not?
Why do you want the […]