CARINGBAH BAPTIST CHURCH (CBC)

Code of Conduct

FOR VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer Commitment

  1. I commit to conducting myself in a manner consistent with the Safe Ministry Training “Leadership Training Course” when serving atCBC;
  2. I will treat adults, children and young people with respect and value, without
  3. I will behave appropriately, being faithful to my appointed tasks, being an example to others, and being careful in how I physically interact with others.
  4. I will never use physical punishment or abusive language – even as a form of discipline.
  5. I will act transparently, as far as possible, ensuring that another adult is present or within eyesight when I am with a vulnerable person (including other people’s children).
  6. I commit to ensuring that the spaces and activitiesI’m responsible for are safe and do not put people at risk of significant harm.
  7. I commit to including vulnerable people (and/or their carers/significant other) in discussions about decisions that will significantly affect them.
  8. I commit to encouraging openness by listening to people’s concerns with a willingness to support them and help them.
  9. I commit to reporting any concerns or suspicions about harmfulbehaviors and significant risks to the Safe Church Team without bias or partiality.
  10. I will submit to the leader screening process to ensure I’m a suitable person to work with vulnerable people.
  11. I will submit to disciplinary steps if I am found to violate these commitments or act in an otherwise inappropriate or illegal manner at CBC.