Policies & Procedures

Where can I find the ECCT Model Policies? +

ECCT’s Model Policies are linked here.

I’m concerned that something might have happened that I need to report. What should I do? +

The “Reporting Abuse” page provides guidance about what to do if you have reason to believe a report should be made to child or adult protective services.

What other resources are available? +

Other policies and best practices related to healthy church practices can be found here.

I’m looking to hire someone for a role in my parish. What do I need to do? +

ECCT’s Applications, Interviews, & Reference Checks resource, found here, offers guidance based on a person’s role in ministry (both paid and volunteer) as to whether they should fill out an application, sit for an interview, and undergo a reference check prior to taking on the responsibilities of that role.

You can find a sample application, job description, interviewing best practices, and more in ECCT’s Human Resources resources.

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