Safe Environment
The Safe Environment Program makes it mandatory for any adultwho may have any possible contact with children must obtain background checks. All background checks and clearances must be obtained prior to beginning work/service. Minors under the age of 18 who are volunteering are NOT required to obtain background checks. These regulations are in place for the safety of our children.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer or member of an organization that requires compliance with our Safe Environment, please contact the parish office to let us know, and complete the mandatory actions below.
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Name of Clearance |
Instructions |
Renewal |
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Federal Fingerprint Background Check (if over the age of 18 & are not a Pennsylvania resident for 10 continuous years.)
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Disclosure Statement for Volunteers (If Pennsylvania resident for 10 continuous years.)
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You may register for an appointment online at https://www.identogo.com You will be asked to provide service codes when you register. Service Codes for current and/or prospective school employees/volunteers: Code for Pennsylvania Department of Education-Educators/Staff (non-public schools): 1KG6TR Code for Volunteers: 1KG6ZJ or Disclosure statement for Volunteers If you are a volunteer, you are required (by the State of PA) to submit a signed Disclosure Statement for Volunteers. This form is attached. |
Every 5 years |
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PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse Clearance Check |
WEBSITE: www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home Complete the Electronic Submission section. Once completed, the State will either email or mail a copy directly to your home. There is no fee for a volunteer to obtain this certificate. |
Every 5 years |
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PA State Police Criminal Record Check |
WEBSITE: https://epatch.pa.gov/home Click on the New Volunteer Record Check link. Clearance can be obtained with results available within a few minutes. There is no fee for a volunteer to obtain this Certificate. |
Every 5 years |
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Safe Environment Part I Protecting God’s Children |
WEBSITE: https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theOrgID=18461&theme=0 Register and complete the training, which is offered in person or online taking approximately two and a half hours. |
Never This is a one-time training session. |
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Safe Environment Part II Mandated Reporter Training |
WEBSITE: https://learning.childyouthprotection.org/login/index.php Register and complete the training, which is presented in three modules, taking approximately one hour. |
Never This is a one-time training session. |