Additional Volunteer Code of Ethics and Rules
When practical, volunteers should not put themselves in a position in which they are alone with a single child and cannot be observed by others. Allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken seriously and are reported to police and/or state agencies for investigation. In the effort to prevent abuse, H.E.A.L. may conduct, but is not limited to the following: (a) A background check and (b) references from past employers and volunteer organizations.
____X____I have read and been informed of H.E.A.L's position regarding child abuse and have read and understand that portion of H.E.A.L Application for Volunteer Services. I understand that in addition to the state mandates, H.E.A.L will among other things conduct a thorough check of my background.
____X____I understand that allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken very seriously by H.E.A.L. and will be reported to police and/or state agencies for investigation, and that H.E.A.L will fully cooperate with any related investigations and will pursue the prosecution of child abusers to its fullest extent, and I still desire to be considered for a volunteer position with H.E.A.L.
Affirmation
____X____I hereby affirm that my answers to questions on this application are true and correct, and that I have not knowingly withheld any fact or circumstances that would, if disclosed, affect my application unfavorably. I understand that any false information submitted in this application is cause for denial of this application or termination of my volunteer services regardless of when or how discovered; and that my service is subject to government regulations, H.E.A.L's review and acceptance of fingerprint record and proof of minimum age.
____X____I hereby waive any right to claim that any request or investigation is an invasion of my privacy, sincethey are made with my consent and it is in my best interest while being considered for a volunteer position.
____X____I hereby acknowledge that I have read and understand the above statements and that I voluntarily sign this affirmation.