In accordance with the policy of the Diocese of Hamilton, and to safeguard vulnerable individuals in our Parish and the community, we adhere to a strict volunteer screening process.
Why Must We Screen?
To create and maintain a safe environment for children and other vulnerable persons
to provide support and safeguards to our volunteers and our church
any organization that provides programs to vulnerable people has a moral, legal and spiritual obligation to appropriately screen those who work for them, including volunteers.
screening is legally required under the principle of ‘Duty of Care’
Who Must Be Screened?
All volunteers, both existing and new are to be screened. The screening requirements and procedures may vary from one ministry to another, depending on the level of risk. (see Manual for details)
It is important to remember that it is the nature of the ministry and the inherent level of risk which dictates the need for screening and not the character of the volunteer.
The Volunteer Screening manual for the Roman Catholic Episcopal Corporation of the Diocese of Hamilton, a checklist for volunteers at St. Lawrence Parish, a list of volunteer positions and the associated Position Descriptions as well as some specific position descriptions for the roles at our parish can be found through the links below:
Volunteer Position Descriptions for St. Lawrence Parish
The following position descriptions are specific to St. Lawrence Church and reflect how the roles are carried out in our parish: