QUALIFICATIONS

Please review the following before you continue: 1) Must be a member of Sovereign Grace Church of Orange (18 y/o and up). If under 18 y/o, must be a regularly attending child of a member (min. 16 y/o). 2) Must be able to make a one-year commitment to volunteer. 3) Must complete a Children's Ministry Application and undergo a reference check, background check, fingerprinting, and volunteer interview. 4) Must complete the online Ministry Safe Training. 5) Must read the Sovereign Grace Church Children's Ministry Policies & Procedures and sign the Statement of Acknowledgement and Agreement. 6) Must be at your designated post at the designated time. 7) Must regularly attend the Sovereign Grace Church corporate and small group meetings. 8) Must attend any children's ministry or youth ministry workshops/trainings. 9) Must become familiar with and utilize Planning Center Online, our scheduling software.

Electronic Signature

By filling out the following application, you agree to submit electronic signatures. Further, you agree that the electronic signatures submitted below are the same as handwritten signatures for the purpose of validity, enforceability, and admissibility. If you do not wish to sign electronically, please contact a member of the Children's Ministry Leadership Team and request a paper application.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Today's Date

YYYY

Email Address

Primary Phone Number

(###)

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Birth Date

Marital Status

Married

Single

Spouse's Name (if applicable)

Number of Children (if applicable)

Ages of Children (if applicable)

Emergeny Contact Name

Emergency Contact Phone

(###)

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POSITIONS

In which areas would you like to serve? Select all that apply.

Nursery

Preschool

Elementary

Middle and High Schoolers

BACKGROUND

How long have you been attending Sovereign Grace Church?

0-1 Years

1-3 Years

3-5 Years

5+ Years

Are you a member of Sovereign Grace Church?

Yes

List any skills, training, or education that have prepared you to work with children or youth.

Please list any other Sovereign Grace Church ministries in which you are involved.

Why do you want to work with children or youth at Sovereign Grace Church?

PERSONAL REFERENCES

Must be over 18 years old, non-related to you, and from outside the church.

REFERENCE 1

Name

First Name

Last Name

How long have you known the reference?

0-1 Years

1-3 Years

3-5 Years

5+ Years

Relationship

Phone

(###)

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REFERENCE 2

Name

First Name

Last Name

How long have you known the reference?

0-1 Years

1-3 Years

3-5 Years

5+ Years

Relationship

Phone

(###)

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INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

The questions below are part of our interview process in order to help provide a safe and secure environment for our children/youth and for the protection of our volunteer and/or paid staff. All information is held strictly confidential. Answering yes to any of the questions may not necessarily preclude your involvement in our children and youth ministries. Thank you for your understanding.

1) Have you ever been convicted of a crime?

Yes

2) Have you ever been accused, arrested, or convicted of child abuse, neglect, or a crime involving actual or attempted sexual molestation of a minor or other sexually related crime?

Yes

3) Do you use illegal drugs?

Yes

4) Have you ever been convicted of or plead guilty to the use or sale of drugs?

Yes

5) Have you ever been hospitalized or treated for alcohol or substance abuse?

Yes

6) Is there any health related reason that would keep you from effectively working with children/minors or cause any potential harm to our children?

Yes

7) Are there any circumstances involving your lifestyle or background that would call into question your ability to work with children or youth?

Yes

8) Have you ever had sexual relations with any minor after you became an adult?

Yes

9) Have you ever struggled with any sin involving a child or youth?

Yes

10) Have you ever been charged with a crime or misconduct at your workplace?

Yes

11) Have you ever been accused of improper conduct by an employer or as a volunteer for any reason?

Yes

12) Is there any other information that will be revealed through a background check?

Yes

13) Do you presently have any communicable diseases?

Yes

14) Have you ever been a victim of any form of child abuse?

Yes

If you answered "Yes" to any of the questions above, please provide a written explanation here.

Please be prepared to discuss your answers with a pastor or ministry leader. By clicking below you agree to immediately inform Sovereign Grace Church of any subsequent information, including any accusations, convictions, or other occurrences that relate to the areas of inquiry set forth above.

I agree.

BACKGROUND CHECK

AUTHORIZATION

In consideration of my role with Sovereign Grace Church, its affiliates, integrated auxiliaries and supporting organizations, and recognizing the importance of my character being above reproach, I hereby consent to the following: I CONSENT to a copy of the Children's Ministry / Youth Application being furnished to any reference that I have provided to Sovereign Grace Church and to any other person, organization, or entity that Sovereign Grace Church deems necessary in connection with its investigation of my background, character, or qualifications. In connection with my employment or volunteer service with Sovereign Grace Church, I authorize Sovereign Grace Church, any law enforcement agency, or any security company and their respective agents to solicit background information relative to my criminal record history and my suitableness as a worker with children or minors. I authorize Sovereign Grace Church to screen me through any national, state, county, municipal agency, or private firm for the purpose of accessing and reviewing California and national criminal history records, driving records, references, current or prior employment as well as any other historical or background records pertaining to me. This consent also authorizes all re-screening as deemed necessary by Sovereign Grace Church. I HEREBY WAIVE, RELEASE, AND HOLD HARMLESS FROM LIABILITY Sovereign Grace Church, its staff, employees, volunteers, and agents with regard to any decision that it makes on my application for involvement with Sovereign Grace Church based on the information I provide or that is obtained through the criminal history and background screening process. I release Sovereign Grace Church, any law enforcement agency, any security company and their respective employees and agents and all persons, agencies, and entities providing information or reports about me from any and all liability arising out of the release of any such information or reports. I waive any right that I have to inspect the references provided on my behalf. Should my application be accepted, I agree to be bound by the by-laws and policies of Sovereign Grace Church. To sign, please write your full name and date in the spaces provided below.

Full Name

Date

YYYY

INFORMATION FOR BACKGROUND CHECK

Country of Birth

State of Birth

County of Birth

City of Birth

Driver's License Number

State of License

Any previous names used.

Current Residence

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Previous Address(es) (if less than 2 years at current address)

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY / YOUTH WORKER REQUIREMENTS

Policies and Procedures Statement of Acknowledgement and Agreement

Access the Children's Ministry Policies and Procedures manual here: https://hub.sgcorange.com/s/The-Grove-Policies-Procedures-mamc.pdf I have received a copy of Sovereign Grace Church's Children's Ministries Policies and Procedures and understand the importance of the material in the manual. I agree to read the guidelines in full and abide by them while serving or working at Sovereign Grace Church. I understand the manual may be modified, and that any guideline may be amended, revised, or eliminated by Sovereign Grace Church. I have reviewed the duties listed in my ministry position description, and I agree to fulfill these duties. I understand I may choose to end my employment or voluntary service at Sovereign Grace Church at any time (if possible, I will provide two weeks' notice to my supervisor). I acknowledge and understand that the materials and guidelines contained in this handbook in no way express or imply a contractual employment relationship between me and Sovereign Grace Church. If applying as a volunteer, I acknowledge and agree that I will receive no monetary compensation for hours worked.

Acknowledgement

I acknowledge receipt of Sovereign Grace Church Children's Ministry Policies and Procedures manual.

AGREEMENT

I have read the above qualifications and I am in full agreement with them. I pledge to keep them to the very best of my ability. I clearly understand that failure to keep any of the above requirements is grounds for dismissal. I certify that the information contained in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. Should my application be accepted, I agree to be bound by the by-laws and policies of Sovereign Grace Church. To sign, please write your full name and date in the spaces provided below.

Full Name

Date

YYYY

Thank you for submitting your application. A member of our Children's Ministry Leadership Team will be in touch soon for next steps.

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