What is Included in a Background Screening?
Not all background screenings are equal. Make certain your congregation is screening volunteers for the information that matters most. All background screenings include a criminal records check; which can be state or national. Not all background screenings checks for county, driving, or employment records; or the sexual offender registry. Here are some myths about background screening:
Obtaining a Background Screening
Background screenings allow congregations to know who is working with our children, youth, and vulnerable adults, and give us a better chance at deterring predators.
Background and Criminal Records Screening Companies
The West Ohio Conference does not endorse a specific background company. Below is a list of companies for Safe Sanctuaries® background screenings used by local churches:
- Accufax Background Screening
- First Advantage Criminal Background Company
- LexisNexis
- PeopleSmart
- Protect My Ministry Church Background Checks
- Safe Gatherings
- Shepherd's Watch Background Checks
- Trak-1 Technology
- Validity Screening Solutions
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