Initial Safe Environment Training for Adults
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The Office of Safe Environment is responsible for educating all clergy, members of a religious order, parish and diocesan employees, including those who have no contact with children, young people, or vulnerable adults; and adult volunteers whose ministry or role places them in regular contact with children, young people, or vulnerable adults about the prevention of sexual abuse. The required Safe Environment training also teaches attendees how to recognize predatory behaviors, and review proper boundaries, and maintain a culture of awareness, knowledge, and vigilance for those entrusted in our care.
The Diocesan Child and Youth Protection policy requires completing the initial Safe Environment training session (2 hours) upon the assumption of duties, employment, or volunteering for those 18 years of age and older for those who are required to attend the initial Safe Environment Training and undergo a criminal background check. Those individuals are:
All clergy;
All members of religious orders;
All parish and diocesan employees, including those who have no contact with children, young people, or vulnerable adults;
All adult volunteers whose ministry or role places them in regular contact with children, young people, or vulnerable adults;
All liturgical ministers, including Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, members of the Music Ministry (such as cantors, choir members, and instrumentalists), sacristans, adult altar servers, leaders of liturgical ministries, lectors/readers, commentators, greeters, ushers, and those involved in homebound ministry.
Any adult interested in learning more about child abuse prevention.
Coaches and substitute teachers are required to complete the credentialing process before the assumption of duties.
The Diocese of Syracuse does not require employees and volunteers under the age of 18
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Training Registration
Below is a calendar listing the training dates, times, and locations. The schedule is updated regularly with additional training session options. A confirmation email will be sent upon completing registration. If you do not receive the confirmation email in your inbox or “junk”/“spam” folder, please contact the Office of Safe Environment for assistance.
Important Information for Training Participants:- Pre-registration: Required for all attendees.
- Arrival Time: Please arrive at least 10 minutes early, as late arrivals may not be allowed to join the session.
- Age Restriction: Due to the sensitive nature of the topic, participant's children under 18 are not permitted. Please arrange childcare in advance.
To register for an initial training session, click on the desired session in the calendar to view the description and select "Click here to register."
Rescheduling or Canceling:
If you need to cancel your registration or reschedule for a different date and time, contact the Office of Safe Environment.
Weather-Related Cancellations:
In the event of inclement weather, training sessions may be canceled. Registrants will be notified via telephone and email, and the training calendar on the diocesan website will be updated accordingly.
Participants are encouraged to use their best judgment during severe weather. If traveling is unsafe, please prioritize your safety and stay home.
Contact the Office of Safe Environment for assistance: 315.470.1421 or [email protected].
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