Introduction

Workshop
- Workshop Highlights
- Setting the Climate
- Elder Abuse
   Knowledge Inventory
- Definition of Vulnerable Adult
- What is Abuse?
- The Impact of Elder Abuse
- The Church’s Vulnerability
- Why Elders are Susceptible
   to Abuse
- Group Discussion Questions

A Case Study

The Screening Process

Resources

The Screening Process

Since Lyngblomsten Care Team Ministry started in 1998, screening has been a key component in placing volunteers successfully. One purpose of screening is to minimize risk to all involved. Screening should be incorporated into the entire volunteer placement process—from creating position descriptions to conducting effective interviews to checking references. Of course, while screening can minimize risk, it cannot eliminate it completely. But even basic screening techniques can protect the integrity and quality of Care Team Ministry.

For example, when placing volunteers in positions of trust that involve working with vulnerable care partners, screening ensures that everything possible was done to identify individuals who pose risks. Screening may help to identify individuals who are dangerous, pose an unacceptable risk if placed in certain situations, or are unsuited for certain placements.

Through proper screening, it is also possible to enhance volunteer placement and maximize the potential for placing the most appropriate volunteer candidate in the right volunteer position. Screening helps find a good fit between the volunteer’s skills and interests and the demands of the position.

Current Screening/Supervision Requirements for Lyngblomsten Care Team Ministry Volunteers:

1. General position description is given to each Care Team Ministry volunteer.
2. Each volunteer fills out an application which includes request for two reference
3. Interview all new volunteers.
4. Background checks complete on all volunteers.
5. Screening of Care Team Ministry Volunteer drivers:
   a. All volunteer who will provide transportation must attend the Volunteer Driving Training offered at Lyngblomsten.
   b. Proof of car insurance
   c. Valid driver’s license
   d. Driving record check
6. New volunteers are required to attend a two-hour orientation.
7. The Guidelines for Care Team Ministry Volunteers is signed once a volunteer completes orientation and yearly.
8. Care Team Leader completes an assessment on each care partner.
9. Care Team Ministry volunteers are required to attend monthly or bi-monthly care team meetings at the church.
   
10. New Team Leaders receive training from Lyngblomsten Care Team Ministry Coordinator and receives Leader’s Handbook
11. Team Leaders are encouraged to attend bi-monthly leaders meetings.
12. Care Team Ministry Coordinator attends 6 individual care team meetings per calendar year.