Protecting God's Children
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background checks
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Increased Safety
The Diocese of Joliet Office of Child and Youth Protection has made a decision to upgrade it's background check process. The improvement is substanial, increasing from once every 5 years to quarterly updates for each volunteer.
This is an exciting improvement in our safety protocols and we are taking the steps to implement the system.
Whether you are a first-time or existing volunteer, this increased security also comes with a cost more than 7x's that of the previous system. With this in mind we are asking our volunteers to consider a $20 donation to offset this additional increase. We have historically covered this cost but with hundreds of volunteers needing to be upgraded at this higher pricepoint, the impact will be significant.
Any donation you might offer is fully tax-deductible and greatly appreciated. Thank you for your consideration!
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online training for new volunteers
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step: a
For those who pre-registered... for a live session after March 11, 2020: DO NOT CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT. If you have not pre-registered move to STEP: B
- Go to www.virtusonline.org
- Log into your account
- Open the TOOLBOX tab
- On the left side of screen click TRAINING
- * Click to begin the training session
* This training takes 90 minutes and must be completed in one sitting. Failure to complete the training will require you to start over from the beginning.
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step: b
For those who do not have a Virtus account:
- Go to www.virtusonline.org
- Click on FIRST-TIME REGISTRANT
- Follow the on screen instructions
If needed, click "Registration Instructions" on this page for screen-by-screen details when registering. After finishing this process follow the instructions in STEP: A to complete your training requirements.
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already been trained but need to update
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Find your best Option below to proceed.
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login to VIRTUS
If you are already registered with Virtus... DO NOT CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT. Scroll to "I'm Not Sure" to help find your login.
If you have a VIRTUS Account:- Go to www.virtusonline.org
- Log into your account
- Open the TOOLBOX tab
- On the left side of screen click TRAINING
- * Click to begin the training session
* This training takes 90 minutes and must be completed in one sitting. Failure to complete the training will require you to start over from the beginning.
If you do not have a Virtus account move to "Create Account".
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CREATE ACCOUNT
Before creating a new account PLEASE BE SURE you are not already registered. This will create confusion for you and your parish or organization. Scroll to "I'm Not Sure" if you are uncertain.
If you are certain you do not have a Virtus account go to www.virtus.org and:- In the left margin Click "FIRST-TIME REGISTRANT"
- Then Click, "Begin the registration process"
Follow the prompts from there to create your Virtus account.
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i'm not sure
If you are not sure whether you have an account, DO NOT REGISTER FOR A NEW ONE!
If you can't remember your User ID or whether you've created an account, go here. If you can't remember your password, go here.- If you found your account follow the "Login to Virtus" instructions
- If you don't have an account follow the "Create Account" instructions.
If you have additional questions click the link below for VIRTUS Helpdesk Support / FAQ's or see additional Contacts at the bottom of this page.
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Reporting Sexual Abuse
Anyone with reason to believe that a child has been abused or is being abused should report their suspicions to civil authorities. Contact: Illinois Department of Children and Family Services: 1.800.25ABUSE (1.800.252.2873) or local police.
The Diocese of Joliet Victim Assistance Coordinator is available to help victims/survivors of child sexual abuse by a cleric, employee or volunteer of the Catholic Church. The Victim Assistance Coordinator will report to Bishop Pates and coordinate efforts of pastoral support and outreach to assist in the healing process. The Victim Assistance Coordinator can also assist in making a report to civil authorities. Contact the Diocese of Joliet Victim Assistance Coordinator at 815.263.6467.
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covid-19 update
All at the Diocese are working diligently to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. One way to support the social distancing efforts is to alter the training format for the Protecting God’s Children workshop.
Beginning immediately, training is available on-line. This will remain in effect until further notice. This is a temporary precaution. We will re-evaluate the needs moving forward. All live sessions during this period are cancelled.
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Instructions below are
Pre-COVIDPlease follow instructions above until further notice
(Updated October 26, 2020)
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What to do
Out of concern for the safety and well-being of your children, ALL adult volunteers are required to complete the following (see links below to accompanying documentation):
- Participate in the workshop, Click the "Register Online" bar below
- Complete a Background Release, updating every five years
- Read the Diocesan Pastoral Policies and Standards
- Complete the Acknowledgement form
Return the following in a sealed envelope marked CONFIDENTIAL to our PGC Coordinator, Kelly Aguayo (see contact info below) via standard mail, school mail or email:
- Certificate of Completion from training class
- Completed and signed Background Release
- Completed and signed Acknowledgement form
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Minor Volunteers
Volunteers who are minors need to complete the ‘minors’ form below
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Determine Your Volunteer's Status
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Contact
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VIRTUS Onlinehelpdeskvirtus.org
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PGC - Diocese of JolietSafeEnvironmentdioceseofjoliet.org
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Kelly Aguayokaguayosjpdg.orgProtecting God's Children Administrator
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VIRTUS Training Classes
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Additional training dates/times
Need to take the training but our current date at St. Joseph's doesn't fit your schedule? Click Here or the "Register Online" bar below to find a comprehensive listing of upcoming classes in the Joliet Diocese.
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