Fillable Printable Salvation Army Volunteer Application Form Sample
Fillable Printable Salvation Army Volunteer Application Form Sample
Salvation Army Volunteer Application Form Sample
Northern Division Volunteer Application April, 2013
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Northern Division Volunteer Application
Corps/ Service area: ________________
DHQ Processed on: ________________
Full Legal Name_________________________________________________________________________________
Address _______________________________________________________________________________________
City_________________________________________State_________________________Zip___________________
E- Mail Address: _________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone ( ____ )_______________Work Phone ( ____ )_______________ Cell Phone ( ____ )_______________
Date Of Birth ____________ Language(s) you speak____________________________________________
Volunteer Interests
(Please X all that apply)
Child Care
Office Help
Driving
Seniors
Meal Serving
Art or Music
After School Programs
Food Shelf
Yard and Buildings Projects
Thrift Store
Bell Ringing
Emergency Disaster Services
Christian Teaching
Other
_______________________________________
In the appropriate box below, please indicate the day(s) and times you are available to volunteer:
Mornings Afternoons Evenings
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Emergency Contact Information
Name: __________________________________________________Relationship______________________________
Home Phone (__________) ____________________ Cell Phone (__________) _____________________________
Is there anything we should know in case of an emergency? _______________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Personal References (must be over 18 years of age and not relatives) (Supervisor comments on reverse side of the page):
Name__________________________________________________________________________________________
Address________________________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip___________________________________________________________________________________
Phone: (_____)_____________________ Supervisor checked ref on:_____________Int:________
Name__________________________________________________________________________________________
Address________________________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip___________________________________________________________________________________
Phone: (_____)_____________________ Supervisor checked ref on:_____________Int:________
Name__________________________________________________________________________________________
Address________________________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip___________________________________________________________________________________
Phone: (_____)_____________________ Supervisor checked ref on:_____________Int:________
Criminal History
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? – and/or –Within the last two years, have you been convicted of a misdemeanor which
resulted in imprisonment/jail? (Note: A conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from a volunteer position. You should not
disclose any information regarding criminal arrest or conviction records that have been expunged or sealed.)
Yes
No
Current place of employment: _______________________________________________________________________
Mailings: Do you object to receiving solicitations from The Salvation Army?
Yes
No
Confidentiality Agreement: By submitting this application, I promise that I shall hold in confidence all information
regarding callers and clients of The Salvation Army. I will not violate the confidential relationship between the programs,
volunteers, staff and callers/ clients. I will not remove from the office any written client records or copies. I understand
and agree that I am personally responsible and liable for any violation of the agreement. Initials: ________________
Your signature verifies that all information in this volunteer application is true to the best of your knowledge and you permit
The Salvation Army to follow up on any information given.
______________________________________________________ ____________________________
Signature of Applicant Date
Special Note: Minor Applicants require parental or guardian consent to volunteer and that the information provided by the minor
child is accurate and complete:
______________________________________________________ ____________________________
Signature of Parent or Guardian Date
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Consent to Request Consumer Report & Investigative Consumer Report Information
Applicant's First Name or Initial Last Name
I understand that The Salvation Army (‘COMPANY’) will use Sterling InfoSystems Inc., 249 West 17th Street, New York, NY
10011, (877) 424-2457 to obtain a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report (“Report”) as part of the hiring/volunteer
process. I also understand that if hired/allowed to volunteer, to the extent permitted by law, COMPANY may obtain further Reports from
STERLING so as to update, renew or extend my employment/ability to volunteer.
I understand Sterling InfoSystems Inc.’s (“STERLING”) investigation may include obtaining information regarding my credit
background, bankruptcies, lawsuits, judgments, paid tax liens, unlawful detainer actions, failure to pay spousal or child support,
accounts placed for collection, character, general reputation, personal characteristics and standard of living, driving record and criminal
record, subject to any limitations imposed by applicable federal and state law. I understand such information may be obtained
through direct or indirect contact with former employers, schools, financial institutions, landlords and public agencies or other persons
who may have such knowledge. If an investigative consumer report is being requested, I understand such information may be
obtained through any means, including but not limited to personal interviews with my acquaintances and/or associates or with others
whom I am acquainted.
The nature and scope of the investigation sought is indicated by the selected services below: (Employer Use Only)
Criminal Background Check
Education Verification
Sex Offender Search
SSN Trace
Employment Verification
OFAC/Terrorist Watch List
Motor Vehicle Report
Personal Reference
Fraud & Abuse Control Info System (FACIS®)
Consumer Credit Report
Professional License/Certification
Office of Inspector General Sanctions (OIG)
Other Please List:
I acknowledge receipt of the attached summary of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and, as required by law, any related
state summary of rights (collectively “Summaries of Rights”).
This consent will not affect my ability to question or dispute the accuracy of any information contained in a Report. I understand if
COMPANY makes a conditional decision to disqualify me based all or in part on my Report, I will be provided with a copy of the Report
and another copy of the Summaries of Rights, and if I disagree with the accuracy of the purported disqualifying information in the
Report, I must notify COMPANY within five business days of my receipt of the Report that I am challenging the accuracy of such
information with STERLING.
I hereby consent to this investigation and authorize COMPANY to procure a Report on my background.
In order to verify my identity for the purposes of Report preparation, I am voluntarily releasing my date of birth, social security
number and the other information and fully understand that all employment decisions are based on legitimate non-discriminatory
reasons.
The name, address and telephone number of the nearest unit of the consumer reporting agency designated to handle inquiries
regarding the investigative consumer report is:
Sterling Infosystems, Inc. | 249 W 17
th
St. 6
th
Floor, New York, NY 10011 | 877-424-2457 | or | 5750 West Oaks Boulevard, Ste. 100
Rocklin, CA 95765 | 800-943-2589 |
California, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey & Oklahoma Applicants Only: I have the right to request a copy
of any Report obtained by COMPANY from STERLING by checking the box. (Check only if you wish to receive a copy)
California, Connecticut, Maryland, Oregon, Vermont and Washington State Applicants Only (AS APPLICABLE): I further
understand that COMPANY will not obtain information about my credit history, credit worthiness, credit standing, or credit capacity
unless: (i) the information is required by law; (ii) I am seeking employment with a financial institution (California, Connecticut and
Vermont only – in California the financial institution must be subject to Sections 6801-6809 of the U.S. Code and in Vermont it must
be a financial institution as defined in 8 V.S.A.§ 11101(32) or a credit union as defined in 8 V.S.A. § 30101(5)); (iii) I am seeking
employment with a financial institution that accepts deposits that are insured by a federal agency, or an affiliate or subsidiary of the
financial institution or a credit union share guaranty corporation that is approved by the Maryland Commissioner of Financial
Regulation or an entity or an affiliate of the entity that is registered as an investment advisor with the United States Securities and
Exchange Commission (Maryland only); (iv) I am seeking employment in a position which involves access to confidential financial
information (Vermont only); (v) I am seeking employment in a position which requires a financial fiduciary responsibility to the
employer or a client of the employer, including the authority to issue payments, collect debts, transfer money, or enter into
contracts (Vermont only); (vi) COMPANY can demonstrate that the information is a valid and reliable predictor of employee
performance in the specific position being sought or held; (vii) I am seeking employment in a position that involves access to an
employer’s payroll information (Vermont only); (viii) the information is substantially job related, and the bona fide reasons
for using the information are disclosed to me in writing, (complete the question below) (Connecticut, Maryland, Oregon
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and Washington only);(ix) I am seeking employment as a covered law enforcement officer, emergency medical personnel, firefighter
police officer, peace officer or other law enforcement position (California, Oregon and Vermont only - in Oregon the police or peace
officer position must be sought with a federally insured bank or credit union and in Vermont the law enforcement officer position
must be as defined in 20 V.S.A. § 2358, the emergency medical personnel must be as defined in 24 V.S.A. § 2651(6), and the
firefighter position must be as defined in 20 V.S.A. § 3151(3)); (x) the COMPANY reasonably believes I have engaged in specific
activity that constitutes a violation of law related to my employment (Connecticut only); (xi) I am seeking a position with the state
Department of Justice (California only); (xii) I am seeking a position as an exempt managerial employee (California only); and/or
(xiii)) I am seeking employment in a position (other than regular solicitation of credit card applications at a retail establishment) that
involves regular access to all of the following personal information of any one person: bank or credit card account information, social
security number, and date of birth,, I am seeking employment in a position that requires me to be a named signatory on the
employer’s bank or credit card or otherwise authorized to enter into financial contracts on behalf of the employer, I am seeking
employment in a position that involves access to confidential or proprietary information of the Company or regular access to $10,000
or more in cash (California only).
Bona fide reasons why COMPANY considers credit information substantially job related (complete if this is the sole
basis for obtaining credit information) or in California and Vermont the COMPANY’S basis for the credit check.
NY Applicants Only: I also acknowledge that I have received the attached copy of Article 23A of New York’s Correction Law. I further
understand that I may request a copy of any investigative consumer report by contacting STERLING. I further understand that I will be
advised if any further checks are requested and provided the name and address of the consumer reporting agency.
California Applicants and Residents: If I am applying for employment in California or reside in California, I understand I have the
right to visually inspect the files concerning me maintained by an investigative consumer reporting agency during normal business
hours and upon reasonable notice. The inspection can be done in person, and, if I appear in person and furnish proper identification; I
am entitled to a copy of the file for a fee not to exceed the actual costs of duplication. I am entitled to be accompanied by one person
of my choosing, who shall furnish reasonable identification. The inspection can also be done via certified mail if I make a written
request, with proper identification, for copies to be sent to a specified addressee. I can also request a summary of the information to
be provided by telephone if I make a written request, with proper identification for telephone disclosure, and the toll charge, if any, for
the telephone call is prepaid by or directly charged to me. I further understand that the investigative consumer reporting agency shall
provide trained personnel to explain to me any of the information furnished to me; I shall receive from the investigative consumer
reporting agency a written explanation of any coded information contained in files maintained on me. “Proper identification” as used
in this paragraph means information generally deemed sufficient to identify a person, including documents such as a valid driver’s
license, social security account number, military identification card and credit cards. I understand that I can access the following
website http://sterlinginfosystems.com/privacy to view STERLING’S privacy practices, including information with respect to
STERLING’S preparation and processing of investigative consumer reports and guidance as to whether my personal information will be
sent outside the United States or its territories.
Signature: Today’s Date:
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First Name Middle Name or Initial
Last Name Date of Birth (MMDDYYYY)
Other Names Known By Male Female
Social Security Number Primary Telephone Number (no dashes)
Current Address Apt # #yrs at this address
City State Zip Code
Previous Address Apt # #yrs at this address
City State Zip Code
Driver’s License Number (optional) (no dashes) License State (optional)
Email Address (optional)
Position Applied For
Signature Today’s Date (MMDDYYYY)
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Para informacion en espanol, visite www.consumerfinance.gov/learnmore o escribe a la
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, 1700 G Street N.W., Washington, DC 20006.
A Summary of Your Rights Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act
The federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) promotes the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information in the files of
consumer
reporting agencies. There are many types of consumer reporting agencies, including credit bureaus and specialty
agencies (such as
agencies that sell information about check writing histories, medical records, and rental history records).
Here is a summary of your
major rights under the FCRA. For more information, including information about additional
rights, go to
www.consumerfinance.gov/learnmore or write to: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, 1700 G Street N.W.,
Washington,
DC 20006.
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You must be told if information in your file has been used against you. Anyone who uses a credit report or another type of
consumer report to deny your application for credit, insurance, or employment – or to take another adverse action against you – must
tell you, and must give you the name, address, and phone number of the agency that provided the information.
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You have the right to know what is in your file. You may request and obtain all the information about you in the files of a
consumer reporting agency (your “file disclosure”). You will be required to provide proper identification, which may include your
Social Security number. In many cases, the disclosure will be free. You are entitled to a free file disclosure if:
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a person has taken adverse action against you because of information in your credit report;
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you are the victim of identity theft and place a fraud alert in your file;
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your file contains inaccurate information as a result of fraud;
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you are on public assistance;
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you are unemployed but expect to apply for employment within 60 days.
In addition, all consumers are entitled to one free disclosure every 12 months upon request from each nationwide credit
bureau and
from nationwide specialty consumer reporting agencies. See www.consumerfinance.gov/learnmore for additional
information.
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You have the right to ask for a credit score. Credit scores are numerical summaries of your credit-worthiness based on
information from credit bureaus. You may request a credit score from consumer reporting agencies that create scores or distribute
scores used in residential real property loans, but you will have to pay for it. In some mortgage transactions, you will receive credit
score information for free from the mortgage lender.
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You have the right to dispute incomplete or inaccurate information. If you identify information in your file that is
incomplete or inaccurate, and report it to the consumer reporting agency, the agency must investigate unless your dispute is
frivolous. See www.consumerfinance.gov/learnmore for an explanation of dispute procedures.
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Consumer reporting agencies must correct or delete inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable information. Inaccurate,
incomplete or unverifiable information must be removed or corrected, usually within 30 days. However, a consumer reporting agency
may continue to report information it has verified as accurate.
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Consumer reporting agencies may not report outdated negative information. In most cases, a consumer reporting agency may
not report negative information that is more than seven years old, or bankruptcies that are more than 10 years old.
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Access to your file is limited. A consumer reporting agency may provide information about you only to people with a valid need –
usually to consider an application with a creditor, insurer, employer, landlord, or other business. The FCRA specifies those with a
valid need for access.
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You must give your consent for reports to be provided to employers. A consumer reporting agency may not give out information
about you to your employer, or a potential employer, without your written consent given to the employer. Written consent generally is
not required in the trucking industry. For more information, go to www.consumerfinance.gov/learnmore.
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You may limit “prescreened” offers of credit and insurance you get based on information in your credit report. Unsolicited
“prescreened” offers for credit and insurance must include a toll-free phone number you can call if you choose to remove your name
and address from the lists these offers are based on. You may opt-out with the nationwide credit bureaus at 1-888-567-8688.
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You may seek damages from violators. If a consumer reporting agency, or, in some cases, a user of consumer reports or a
furnisher of information to a consumer reporting agency violates the FCRA, you may be able to sue in state or federal court.
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Identity theft victims and active duty military personnel have additional rights. For more information, visit
www.consumerfinance.gov/learnmore.
States may enforce the FCRA, and many states have their own consumer reporting laws. In some cases, you may have more
rights under state law. For more information, contact your state or local consumer protection agency or your state Attorney
General. For information about your federal rights, contact:
TYPE OF BUSINESS: CONTACT:
1.a. Banks, savings associations, and credit unions with total assets of over $10
billion and their affiliates.
a. Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection
1700 G Street NW
Washington, DC 20006
b. Such affiliates that are not banks, savings associations, or credit unions also
should list, in addition to the Bureau:
b. Federal Trade Commission: Consumer Response Center – FCRA
Washington, DC 20580
(877) 382-4357
2. To the extent not included in item 1 above:
a. National banks, federal savings associations, and federal branches and
federal agencies of foreign banks
a. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Customer Assistance Group 1301 McKinney Street, Suite 3450 Houston, TX
77010-9050
b. State member banks, branches and agencies of foreign banks (other than
federal branches, federal agencies, and insured state branches of foreign banks),
commercial lending companies owned or controlled by foreign banks, and
organizations operating under section 25 or 25A of the Federal Reserve Act
b. Federal Reserve Consumer Help Center
P.O. Box 1200 Minneapolis, MN 55480
c. Nonmember Insured Banks, Insured State Branches of Foreign Banks, and
insured state savings associations
c. FDIC Consumer Response Center
1100 Walnut Street, Box #11 Kansas City, MO 64106
d. Federal Credit Unions d. National Credit Union Administration Office of Consumer Protection (OCP)
Division of Consumer Compliance and Outreach (DCCO) 1775 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
3. Air carriers Asst. General Counsel for Aviation Enforcement & Proceedings Department of
Transportation 400 Seventh Street SW Washington, DC 20590
4. Creditors Subject to Surface Transportation Board Office of Proceedings, Surface Transportation Board Department of Transportation
1925 K Street NW Washington, DC 20423
5. Creditors Subject to Packers and Stockyards Act
Nearest Packers and Stockyards Administration area supervisor
6. Small Business Investment Companies Associate Deputy Administrator for Capital Access United States Small Business
Administration 406 Third Street, SW, 8th Floor Washington, DC 20416
7. Brokers and Dealers Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F St NE Washington, DC
20549
8. Federal Land Banks, Federal Land Bank Associations, Federal Intermediate
Credit Banks, and Production Credit Associations
Farm Credit Administration
1501 Farm Credit Drive Mclean, VA 22102-5090
9. Retailers, Finance Companies, and All Other Creditors Not Listed Above
FTC Regional Office for region in which the creditor operates or Federal
Trade Commission: Consumer Response Center – FCRA Washington, DC
20580 (877) 382-4357
SAFE FROM HARM
Guidelines for Working with Children, Youth and Vulnerable Adults
Abuse of vulnerable persons, including children, frail elders, the physically challenged or the mentally impaired, is a reality in
our society. The Salvation Army is committed to addressing this reality by taking steps to protect all categories of vulnerable
persons in our care. The Central Territory has implemented a program to safeguard these special individuals while
promoting a positive, nurturing environment for ministry to them. The guidelines below are to be followed by anyone working
with vulnerable or dependent persons in the Central Territory.
Two Adult Guideline - Whenever feasible, a vulnerable person will not be in the primary care of only
one adult. Teams of adults (preferably male and female) will supervise activities. This guideline has
three purposes: it provides for more than one adult to help ensure appropriate levels of supervision. It
protects workers and The Salvation Army from unfounded allegations. It lessens the possibility of an
adult becoming a “guru” or “confidante” who thrives on the dependency of the vulnerable person, as well
as an adult having undue influence over an individual.
Guidelines for Touching - The sense of touch is extremely powerful and can wordlessly convey
messages on many levels. Touch is necessary to all human thriving, but when used to manipulate,
control or harm another, touch can be deadly. In our role as a “good shepherd,” The Salvation Army
must take steps to protect any and all vulnerable populations in our care.
Appropriate
physical contact between workers and program participants is important. Hugs and
other forms affection, properly applied, help children developmentally and communicate warmth to
people of all ages. Safe From Harm includes guidelines for touching that will, when carefully
adhered to, safeguard those participating in our corps, worship, social service, and/or community
service programs.
The guidelines below are to be closely followed by anyone working with vulnerable individuals:
Touching behavior should not give even the appearance of wrongdoing. As Salvation Army
representatives, our behavior must foster trust at all times; it should be above reproach.
Workers are responsible to protect those under their supervision from inappropriate touching by
others.
Workers must promptly discuss inappropriate touching or other questionable behavior by co-
workers with their supervisor or commanding officer.
Touching Guidelines specific to children/youth workers
:
Touching should be initiated by the child or youth. It should be a response to the child’s need for
comforting, encouragement, or affection. It should not be based upon the adult’s emotional need.
Touching and affection should only be given when in the presence of other children’s ministry or
youth workers. It is much less likely that touches will be inappropriate or misconstrued as such when
two adult workers are present, and the touching is open to observation. This rule is especially
important when diapering a baby or helping a young child change clothes or use the restroom.
A child’s preference not to be touched should be respected. Do not force affection upon a reluctant
child.
Individual Counseling - Team communication is preferable. When not feasible, notify another adult
worker of the location and with whom you are meeting. Counseling should be done in a public setting
where private conversations are possible and should occur in full view of others. Guard carefully to avoid
seclusion. If possible, have female workers meet with females and male workers meet with males. A
male/female team is generally appropriate for either gender.
Long-Term Counseling - Workers should not meet with vulnerable individuals more than three times to
discuss the same issue. Workers are not prepared or supported for long-term counseling or formal
therapy. Adult leaders are encouraged to refer persons who they suspect have a serious need for
counseling to professionals in the community. Questions about referral must be discussed promptly with
the program leader.
Informal Contact (Independent of Salvation Army Activities) - Informal contact refers to phone calls,
cards/letters, electronic messages or face-to-face contact between a worker and a program participant
that is not connected to official Salvation Army activities. The Salvation Army recognizes that informal
contact between workers and participants does occur. For example, workers may hire teens as baby
sitters for their own children, or workers may see program participants during social events with a child’s
family, in worship services or at corp functions. This interaction is usually legitimate and beneficial.
With respect to children/youth, workers should seek the permission of parents before having informal
contact with their child. The worker should clearly let the parent know the nature of the contact, and that
it is not part of an official Salvation Army activity. Parents are responsible for monitoring this informal
contact.
Transportation To and From Meetings - Transportation to and from meetings is not a normal part of
corps/program. In some cases, Salvation Army vehicles and drivers are provided as a component of the
activity. The Salvation Army is not responsible for providing or arranging for transportation to activities
that do not already include planned transportation by the corps/service/program. Family members or
other adults are discouraged from asking workers to transport children or adult program participants
informally. However, if a worker does transport a program participant at the parent’s/responsible party’s
request, this should be recognized as informal contact (not a part of corps activities), and the guidelines
for informal contact should be followed (see paragraph above).
Note: The practice of workers transporting minors is discouraged. However, if a unit chooses to allow
this on a limited basis, ask parents to sign a form acknowledging that these rides are not a part of unit
activity, and that the parent is responsible for supervising such activity.
Transportation as a Part of Corps Activities - Units may provide transportation as an official part of
certain corps activities. For example, corps may provide transportation to out-of-town events or field
trips. When people are transported as a part of unit activities, all relevant guidelines will apply. Following
the “two adult guideline” and having all drivers complete a Driver Application Form are especially
important.
Confidentiality - Workers must report to an appropriate leader if a program participant discusses
harming himself or others, committing a crime, or being abused. There are limits to confidentiality
when working with vulnerable persons. Questions about such cases or other issues of confidentiality
must be discussed promptly with the supervisor or commanding officer/administrator. Conferring with an
officer on sensitive issues is not considered breaking a confidence.
Gifts - Workers are generally discouraged from giving or receiving personal gifts with program
participants, including money. When the giving of personal gifts is desired, the worker must first notify
parents and/or the supervisor. Gifts can be easily misinterpreted. Gifts given to groups of young people
are appropriate, such as graduation presents or awards for participation and do not require notification of
parents or supervisors. It is inappropriate for workers to accept or solicit gifts of any kind, including
planned giving appeals, with vulnerable adult program participants.
Corporal Punishment - Corporal punishment involving painful touch (hitting or spanking) and physical
forms of maintaining order are not appropriate in Salvation Army activities. This rule holds true even if
parents have suggested or given permission for corporal punishment. Workers must consult their
supervisors if they need help with unruly program participants or discipline techniques.
Open Door Guideline - All program events should be conducted with an “open door” approach. This
means that parents/family members, other program participants and/or corps members have a right to
observe any activity. Parents/family members and/or other caregivers should be informed that there are
never secret activities, treatments or initiations in any Salvation Army programs. An atmosphere of
transparency must be maintained at all times.
Romantic or Sexual Involvement - Salvation Army workers are strictly prohibited from relationships
with program participants that involve, even remotely, dating or sexual involvement. Additionally, adult
youth workers may not be romantically or sexually involved with minor coworkers. Any individual with
prior incidents of sexual misconduct may not serve in any capacity caring for minors or other vulnerable
persons in Salvation Army programs.
Supervision and Communication - Workers must meet on a regular basis with program leaders and
program leaders must meet with the officer in charge/administrator periodically to discuss any issues
regarding these guidelines. Appropriate topics that must be discussed include problems, accountability,
guideline clarification, personal feelings, or other issues that may interfere with ministry efforts.
Guidelines Specific to Children/Youth Programs:
Youth Supervising Youth - Minors may help adults lead youth activities only under the direct
leadership of adults. A minor may not be used to meet the team leadership or team counseling
guidelines discussed above.
High Adventure Activities- Special precautions must be taken on high adventure activities such as:
rock climbing, hiking, overnight camps, raft trips, or the like. Both physical safety and safety from
abuse are at risk in high adventure situations. A high ratio of adults to youth is recommended.
Guides for high adventure activities should be licensed by the sports governing body or government
authorities to guide groups whenever possible. High adventure camping often raises unique
circumstances involving individual privacy, sleeping arrangements, bathroom facilities, and so on.
Adult leaders must be vigilant to avoid suspicious or misinterpreted behavior in these circumstances.
Overnight Activities - At least two adults should supervise overnight activities. If the participants
are male and female, then male and female chaperons must be present. If these conditions cannot
be met, then the event should be postponed. Males and females attending events must not share
the same sleeping quarters and should have separate access to bathroom facilities. Experienced
workers should be included with newcomers to any ministry serving children and youth.
IN CLOSING:
Workers must report suspected or observed misconduct by other workers to the program leader
or officer/administrator immediately.
Workers must avoid even the appearance of misconduct. This is necessary in order to maintain
public confidence and avoid mistaken allegations.
Workers who disobey these guidelines may be reassigned or relieved from a program duty at
the discretion of corps/program leaders or administrators.
I have read the guidelines above. I agree to observe them faithfully.
Signature ___________________________________________ Date _________________________
