3. Reference Checks:

At least two of the three references shall be contacted. Referees shall be asked to affirm character qualities and their assessment of the applicant’s ability to work with children. Previous pastors, ministry leaders or employers provide the most insightful information.
A record of each reference call shall be kept permanently on file and shall include the name of the caller, date of the call, and summary of conversation.

4. Interview:

A face-to-face interview or interaction with each potential volunteer shall be carried out prior to the applicant being placed in a ministry setting.

5. Criminal Record Checks:

A Criminal Record Check for all volunteers ages 15 and older, as well as
paid workers, shall be carried out through the local Police Department.
The cost of this CRC is free for volunteers.
The results of these CRC’s shall be returned to the church and kept in the volunteer’s confidential file.

6. Training:

All applicants for Children’s ministries shall receive S&RM training, including instruction on safety, evacuation procedures, medical emergencies and child abuse prevention.
Further, annual S&RM training shall be required for all children’s ministry volunteers.

7. Final Approval:

All ministry personnel shall be approved by church or ministry leadership prior to being placed in a ministry position.