Professional Code of Ethics/Consent/Waiver
All those of who serve in iCare Ministries programs will refer to this document, our Code of Ethics and the Policies and Procedures Concerning Sexual Misconduct for direction concerning the policies and procedures concerning sexual misconduct. All of the campers deserve to have our camp programs run by leaders that behave professionally. In order to work as a youth leader for iCare Ministries’ programs, you must agree to conduct yourself as a professional. Professional Camp Buddies and Camp Counselors:
1. Actively seek personal spiritual growth experiences.
2. Go to Mass and engage in sacramental life.
3. Do not drink alcohol with underage persons.
4. Do not illegally use drugs.
5. Let the Holy Spirit guide the words that they speak.
6. Do not use tobacco products at youth events or around kids.
7. Avoid debasing jokes, sexual innuendo, racial slurs and abusive language.
8. Follow the Policies and Procedures Concerning Ethics, Sexual Misconduct, Transportation, Lodging and Sexual Harassment.
9. Agree to not use personal cell phones except during designated break times
10. Foster the Godly mental, spiritual and social maturation of campers. We protect the innocence of campers.
11. Use positive reinforcement and communication rather than criticism, unhealthy competition, or comparison.
12. Avoid any form of excessive familiarity, inappropriate language, or any situation and conduct that exploits or could give the appearance of exploiting another.
13. Do not purchase or download, possess, or distribute pornography.
14. Agree to use of my image via photograph/video on promotional materials and social media posts.
15. Agree to allow iCare Ministries to run a background check on me using the personal identification information I provide (DOB, SSN, etc.). Said background check may include a criminal history check, child abuse registry and information regarding my fitness to be a Camp Buddy, Camp Counselor, or other position
I have read, understood, and will act on the expectations for me as a camp counselor or camp buddy. My signature says that I agree to uphold these standards and agree to the terms and conditions listed above. Any misrepresentation of information on this document may be considered grounds for termination.