The document outlines policies and procedures for volunteers at Camp Courage, including mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse to the camp director and authorities. It discusses signs of abuse, appropriate interactions with children, and emphasizes the importance of protecting children and maintaining appropriate boundaries. Volunteers are responsible for immediately reporting any suspected abuse according to the guidelines presented.
Samantha Jones
Camp Courage Director: John Smith
Camp Victory Executive Director: Susan Brown
Columbia County CYS: (570) 555-1212
PA ChildLine: 1-800-932-0313
Thank you for your commitment to protecting children!
This document provides information about child abuse and neglect, including definitions, common types, indicators, and how to report abuse. It defines child abuse and neglect, describing physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, and other types. It outlines physical and behavioral indicators of different types of abuse. It provides details on how and where to report abuse, including contacting child protective services or law enforcement. It also gives tips for talking to an abused child and helps for recovering from abuse.
This document provides guidance for mandated reporters in Michigan on their legal responsibilities to report suspected child abuse and neglect. It defines who mandated reporters are, what must be included in verbal and written reports to child protective services, indicators of abuse and neglect, and the investigation and outcome categories. Mandated reporters are legally required to report any suspected abuse or neglect directly to child protective services and notify their organization's head.
This document provides guidance for mandated reporters on child abuse and neglect reporting laws in Washington State. It outlines who must report suspected abuse, timelines for reporting, definitions of abuse types including physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and abandonment. It describes signs of abuse, the reporting process, protections for reporters, and issues of racial disproportionality in child welfare systems.
The document discusses Pennsylvania's mandatory reporting laws for suspected child abuse. It provides statistics on reported and substantiated child abuse cases in Pennsylvania in 2010. It outlines who is required to report suspected abuse, including professionals who work with children, and the process for making oral and written reports. It defines what constitutes child abuse under Pennsylvania law, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and specific criminal offenses. The duties of mandated reporters to disclose suspected abuse are discussed.
This document provides guidance to employees and volunteers of Walton County School District on recognizing and reporting child abuse. It defines different types of child abuse including physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse. It outlines signs of each type of abuse and stresses the legal requirement that all school personnel must report any reasonable suspicion of abuse. The document provides direction on how to respond sensitively if a child discloses abuse and maintaining professional boundaries to prevent allegations of abuse.
Samantha Jones
Camp Courage Director: John Smith
Camp Victory Executive Director: Susan Brown
Columbia County CYS: (570) 555-1212
PA ChildLine: 1-800-932-0313
Thank you for your commitment to protecting children!
This document provides information about child abuse and neglect, including definitions, common types, indicators, and how to report abuse. It defines child abuse and neglect, describing physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, and other types. It outlines physical and behavioral indicators of different types of abuse. It provides details on how and where to report abuse, including contacting child protective services or law enforcement. It also gives tips for talking to an abused child and helps for recovering from abuse.
This document provides guidance for mandated reporters in Michigan on their legal responsibilities to report suspected child abuse and neglect. It defines who mandated reporters are, what must be included in verbal and written reports to child protective services, indicators of abuse and neglect, and the investigation and outcome categories. Mandated reporters are legally required to report any suspected abuse or neglect directly to child protective services and notify their organization's head.
This document provides guidance for mandated reporters on child abuse and neglect reporting laws in Washington State. It outlines who must report suspected abuse, timelines for reporting, definitions of abuse types including physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and abandonment. It describes signs of abuse, the reporting process, protections for reporters, and issues of racial disproportionality in child welfare systems.
The document discusses Pennsylvania's mandatory reporting laws for suspected child abuse. It provides statistics on reported and substantiated child abuse cases in Pennsylvania in 2010. It outlines who is required to report suspected abuse, including professionals who work with children, and the process for making oral and written reports. It defines what constitutes child abuse under Pennsylvania law, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and specific criminal offenses. The duties of mandated reporters to disclose suspected abuse are discussed.
This document provides guidance to employees and volunteers of Walton County School District on recognizing and reporting child abuse. It defines different types of child abuse including physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse. It outlines signs of each type of abuse and stresses the legal requirement that all school personnel must report any reasonable suspicion of abuse. The document provides direction on how to respond sensitively if a child discloses abuse and maintaining professional boundaries to prevent allegations of abuse.
Children and women, college bound and overall as a gender are the most vulnerable members of our societies to sexual abuse. Here are some important guidelines that we should inculcate in our children to help protect them.
The document summarizes a presentation on teen dating violence given at the 2nd Annual Conference on Media, Pop Culture, and Teen Dating Violence. The presentation defined teen dating violence, discussed its various forms including electronic aggression, risk factors like child abuse, and its prevalence nationally and in Georgia. Pop culture influences on relationship norms were examined, showing how media can influence acceptance of unhealthy behaviors.
Parenting Skills For Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual AbuseHealth Easy Peasy
This document discusses parenting skills for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. It provides statistics on childhood sexual abuse, common long-term effects on survivors, and treatment goals. Treatment approaches covered include safety planning, psychoeducation, cognitive processing, building self-esteem and relationships, and creating a trauma narrative. The document also discusses working with non-offending parents/caregivers, including helping them understand and support a child who has been abused.
In response to growing concern about accountability in our communities, Cherry Hill Seminary has released a free media presentation called Don't Look Away: Recognizing & Responding to Abuse for Non-Professionals.
Don't Look Away was created to help individuals and small groups better understand the nature of sexual abuse and appropriate ways to respond, as well as what to do if you have been abused, yourself.
"So many of us, unless we are a professional trained in such matters, don't really know what to do or not do when we are confronted with possible abuse," said Executive Director Holli Emore. "For far too long, we have either not recognized the signs of abuse among us, or we have looked away, assuming, hoping, that someone else will take care of the problem. But those problems don't go away by themselves."
Don't Look Away is intended for a general, public audience; that is, it is not a scholarly piece. It is simple, direct and to the point. The additional resource links enable the viewer to pursue further information, if they wish. Cherry Hill Seminary also offers extensive coursework in ethics, pastoral counseling, and related issues.
This case study describes the O'Neill family who foster children. They prefer caring for children over paperwork and meetings. They foster 12-year-old Cindy who shares personal information with her mother. The O'Neills are physically affectionate with Cindy in ways that could be concerning.
Risk factors include lack of boundaries, physical affection from the father figure, and sharing private family information. A safety plan should establish clear boundaries and limit one-on-one time between Cindy and the father. Supervision of visits and increased contact with the agency is also recommended.
This document from the New Jersey Department of Education provides guidance for school personnel on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. It defines the different types of abuse and neglect, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, emotional abuse and educational neglect. For each type, it lists observable physical and behavioral indicators. It also addresses how to handle situations involving students ages 18-21, and provides scenarios to illustrate how to identify and respond to potential abuse or neglect cases appropriately. School personnel are responsible for reporting all suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.
This document provides information and strategies for foster parents to prevent false allegations of abuse. It discusses the reasons allegations may occur, including actual abuse, misinterpretation of language or actions, confusion of past memories with present experiences, revenge, attention seeking, and emotional stages in foster children. It emphasizes the importance of gathering background information on foster children's histories and needs. Strategies suggested include making well-informed decisions about placements, ensuring an appropriate home setting, participating in training, using respite care, and building a strong support system. The overall goal is to provide foster parents with knowledge and skills to safeguard themselves and the children in their care.
This document provides an overview of a training for foster parents on safeguarding against allegations of abuse. It acknowledges organizations that support the training. It explains that foster families are at higher risk of allegations due to living in a fishbowl with high scrutiny. The training aims to help foster parents understand why allegations occur, prevent false allegations, and know the investigative process. It outlines common reasons for allegations, including actual abuse, misinterpreted language or body language, seeking attention or revenge, and confused memories. Critical emotional stages for children like anger or crisis that could lead to allegations are also discussed.
Research Goals and Objectives
To identify the current polices and practices of the criminal justice system and child protection system in the country to respond to child sexual abuse; and
To assess the institutional capacities currently available to protect children from sexual abuse
This presentation provides an overview of the problem of commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC), including what we know about CSEC victims and how children come to be exploited. Attendees will learn how to recognize and respond to CSEC victims, and what communities can do to protect children from exploitation.
This file is for educational purposes only and is not meant for reproduction.
This document discusses strategies to prevent false allegations of abuse against foster parents. It recommends that foster parents gather detailed background information on children before placement, including any history of abuse, medical issues, personality, and past allegations. It also suggests that foster parents carefully consider if they have the training, space, and ability to care for a particular child's needs. Ongoing education through training courses is also presented as important for understanding child behaviors and available supports. Having a respite agreement is further outlined as a strategy.
This document provides information about child sexual abuse, including statistics, warning signs, and prevention tips. It states that most abusers are known to the child as family, friends, or authority figures. Sexual abuse includes any unwanted sexual act or exposure involving a child. Children may not tell about the abuse due to threats or shame. Parents should be aware of warning signs like difficulty walking or genital injuries, and withdrawl from usual activities. Knowing the signs can help prevent further abuse and get children the help they need.
Sexual Abuse is a heinous crime and when it comes to a child being sexually abused the gravity of degradation cannot be calculated. This slide contains excerpts taken from various websites
The document discusses teen dating violence and provides statistics indicating it is a significant issue. Between 12-35% of teens report experiencing some form of violence in a dating relationship. One in five female high school students report being physically or sexually abused by a dating partner and 40% of girls age 14-17 know someone who has been hit or beaten by a boyfriend. The document defines different types of verbal, physical, and sexual abuse and provides resources for teens experiencing dating violence.
The document discusses child abuse, including defining battered child syndrome, symptoms of abuse, how cases are handled, and issues around disciplining children and falsely accusing parents. It notes that preventing child abuse requires understanding the difference between abuse and discipline, being aware of abuse symptoms, and having proper investigation of reported cases. Parents need to learn signs of abuse and how to report safely while avoiding false accusations that can stem from a child seeking attention or an investigator making wrong perceptions.
The document discusses the prevalence of child abuse, noting that thousands of children die each year from mistreatment while many others are injured, and outlines common myths and warning signs of the different types of child abuse, including emotional, physical, sexual, and neglect. It also notes that it often takes months for child protective services to process abuse cases and that children are often afraid to report abuse for fear of retaliation or being placed in an even worse situation.
School staff are required to call both child welfare authorities (the State Central Registry Hotline at 1-877-NJ ABUSE) and local law enforcement to report suspected child abuse. When calling authorities, staff should be prepared to provide specific details about the individuals involved, the nature of the abuse, and related incidents. Staff should make the call from school rather than delaying or calling from elsewhere. Errring on the side of caution by reporting suspected abuse helps protect children, while failure to report can result in legal consequences for the staff member.
The document outlines New Jersey policies and procedures for reporting child abuse and neglect in schools. It discusses:
1) Requirements for school districts to establish policies for reporting suspected abuse and appoint a liaison to child welfare authorities.
2) Obligations of school personnel to immediately report any suspected abuse, as required by state law, and their protection from liability when reports are made in good faith.
3) Indicators of potential abuse or neglect, like unexcused student absenteeism, and requirements to report those situations.
The document discusses teen dating violence, providing statistics on its prevalence, examples of abusive behaviors, and advice for teens who may be in abusive relationships. It notes that 1 in 3 teens will be in an abusive relationship, and relationship violence is the leading cause of injury to women ages 15-44. The document offers advice for safety planning and resources for teens seeking help.
This document provides an overview of mandatory reporting responsibilities. It defines mandatory reporters as professionals like teachers, medical providers, and social workers who are required by law to report suspected child abuse. The responsibilities of mandatory reporters are described, including making a report to child services or law enforcement if abuse is suspected. Different types of child abuse - physical, sexual, mental, and neglect - are defined. The steps for making an abuse report are outlined, including information to provide and what to expect during the reporting process.
The document discusses various issues related to child protection, including the dynamics and risk factors of abuse, common types of abuse (physical, emotional, neglect, sexual), behaviors associated with sexual abuse, how to respond and report abuse allegations, and what happens when a report is made to child protective services. Key points include that the most common types of abuse investigated are exposure to intimate partner violence and neglect, risk factors for neglect include domestic violence and lack of social supports, sexually abused children most often know their abuser, and when an abuse report is made the child must be seen by protective services within 12 hours to ensure safety.
Children and women, college bound and overall as a gender are the most vulnerable members of our societies to sexual abuse. Here are some important guidelines that we should inculcate in our children to help protect them.
The document summarizes a presentation on teen dating violence given at the 2nd Annual Conference on Media, Pop Culture, and Teen Dating Violence. The presentation defined teen dating violence, discussed its various forms including electronic aggression, risk factors like child abuse, and its prevalence nationally and in Georgia. Pop culture influences on relationship norms were examined, showing how media can influence acceptance of unhealthy behaviors.
Parenting Skills For Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual AbuseHealth Easy Peasy
This document discusses parenting skills for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. It provides statistics on childhood sexual abuse, common long-term effects on survivors, and treatment goals. Treatment approaches covered include safety planning, psychoeducation, cognitive processing, building self-esteem and relationships, and creating a trauma narrative. The document also discusses working with non-offending parents/caregivers, including helping them understand and support a child who has been abused.
In response to growing concern about accountability in our communities, Cherry Hill Seminary has released a free media presentation called Don't Look Away: Recognizing & Responding to Abuse for Non-Professionals.
Don't Look Away was created to help individuals and small groups better understand the nature of sexual abuse and appropriate ways to respond, as well as what to do if you have been abused, yourself.
"So many of us, unless we are a professional trained in such matters, don't really know what to do or not do when we are confronted with possible abuse," said Executive Director Holli Emore. "For far too long, we have either not recognized the signs of abuse among us, or we have looked away, assuming, hoping, that someone else will take care of the problem. But those problems don't go away by themselves."
Don't Look Away is intended for a general, public audience; that is, it is not a scholarly piece. It is simple, direct and to the point. The additional resource links enable the viewer to pursue further information, if they wish. Cherry Hill Seminary also offers extensive coursework in ethics, pastoral counseling, and related issues.
This case study describes the O'Neill family who foster children. They prefer caring for children over paperwork and meetings. They foster 12-year-old Cindy who shares personal information with her mother. The O'Neills are physically affectionate with Cindy in ways that could be concerning.
Risk factors include lack of boundaries, physical affection from the father figure, and sharing private family information. A safety plan should establish clear boundaries and limit one-on-one time between Cindy and the father. Supervision of visits and increased contact with the agency is also recommended.
This document from the New Jersey Department of Education provides guidance for school personnel on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. It defines the different types of abuse and neglect, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, emotional abuse and educational neglect. For each type, it lists observable physical and behavioral indicators. It also addresses how to handle situations involving students ages 18-21, and provides scenarios to illustrate how to identify and respond to potential abuse or neglect cases appropriately. School personnel are responsible for reporting all suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.
This document provides information and strategies for foster parents to prevent false allegations of abuse. It discusses the reasons allegations may occur, including actual abuse, misinterpretation of language or actions, confusion of past memories with present experiences, revenge, attention seeking, and emotional stages in foster children. It emphasizes the importance of gathering background information on foster children's histories and needs. Strategies suggested include making well-informed decisions about placements, ensuring an appropriate home setting, participating in training, using respite care, and building a strong support system. The overall goal is to provide foster parents with knowledge and skills to safeguard themselves and the children in their care.
This document provides an overview of a training for foster parents on safeguarding against allegations of abuse. It acknowledges organizations that support the training. It explains that foster families are at higher risk of allegations due to living in a fishbowl with high scrutiny. The training aims to help foster parents understand why allegations occur, prevent false allegations, and know the investigative process. It outlines common reasons for allegations, including actual abuse, misinterpreted language or body language, seeking attention or revenge, and confused memories. Critical emotional stages for children like anger or crisis that could lead to allegations are also discussed.
Research Goals and Objectives
To identify the current polices and practices of the criminal justice system and child protection system in the country to respond to child sexual abuse; and
To assess the institutional capacities currently available to protect children from sexual abuse
This presentation provides an overview of the problem of commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC), including what we know about CSEC victims and how children come to be exploited. Attendees will learn how to recognize and respond to CSEC victims, and what communities can do to protect children from exploitation.
This file is for educational purposes only and is not meant for reproduction.
This document discusses strategies to prevent false allegations of abuse against foster parents. It recommends that foster parents gather detailed background information on children before placement, including any history of abuse, medical issues, personality, and past allegations. It also suggests that foster parents carefully consider if they have the training, space, and ability to care for a particular child's needs. Ongoing education through training courses is also presented as important for understanding child behaviors and available supports. Having a respite agreement is further outlined as a strategy.
This document provides information about child sexual abuse, including statistics, warning signs, and prevention tips. It states that most abusers are known to the child as family, friends, or authority figures. Sexual abuse includes any unwanted sexual act or exposure involving a child. Children may not tell about the abuse due to threats or shame. Parents should be aware of warning signs like difficulty walking or genital injuries, and withdrawl from usual activities. Knowing the signs can help prevent further abuse and get children the help they need.
Sexual Abuse is a heinous crime and when it comes to a child being sexually abused the gravity of degradation cannot be calculated. This slide contains excerpts taken from various websites
The document discusses teen dating violence and provides statistics indicating it is a significant issue. Between 12-35% of teens report experiencing some form of violence in a dating relationship. One in five female high school students report being physically or sexually abused by a dating partner and 40% of girls age 14-17 know someone who has been hit or beaten by a boyfriend. The document defines different types of verbal, physical, and sexual abuse and provides resources for teens experiencing dating violence.
The document discusses child abuse, including defining battered child syndrome, symptoms of abuse, how cases are handled, and issues around disciplining children and falsely accusing parents. It notes that preventing child abuse requires understanding the difference between abuse and discipline, being aware of abuse symptoms, and having proper investigation of reported cases. Parents need to learn signs of abuse and how to report safely while avoiding false accusations that can stem from a child seeking attention or an investigator making wrong perceptions.
The document discusses the prevalence of child abuse, noting that thousands of children die each year from mistreatment while many others are injured, and outlines common myths and warning signs of the different types of child abuse, including emotional, physical, sexual, and neglect. It also notes that it often takes months for child protective services to process abuse cases and that children are often afraid to report abuse for fear of retaliation or being placed in an even worse situation.
School staff are required to call both child welfare authorities (the State Central Registry Hotline at 1-877-NJ ABUSE) and local law enforcement to report suspected child abuse. When calling authorities, staff should be prepared to provide specific details about the individuals involved, the nature of the abuse, and related incidents. Staff should make the call from school rather than delaying or calling from elsewhere. Errring on the side of caution by reporting suspected abuse helps protect children, while failure to report can result in legal consequences for the staff member.
The document outlines New Jersey policies and procedures for reporting child abuse and neglect in schools. It discusses:
1) Requirements for school districts to establish policies for reporting suspected abuse and appoint a liaison to child welfare authorities.
2) Obligations of school personnel to immediately report any suspected abuse, as required by state law, and their protection from liability when reports are made in good faith.
3) Indicators of potential abuse or neglect, like unexcused student absenteeism, and requirements to report those situations.
The document discusses teen dating violence, providing statistics on its prevalence, examples of abusive behaviors, and advice for teens who may be in abusive relationships. It notes that 1 in 3 teens will be in an abusive relationship, and relationship violence is the leading cause of injury to women ages 15-44. The document offers advice for safety planning and resources for teens seeking help.
This document provides an overview of mandatory reporting responsibilities. It defines mandatory reporters as professionals like teachers, medical providers, and social workers who are required by law to report suspected child abuse. The responsibilities of mandatory reporters are described, including making a report to child services or law enforcement if abuse is suspected. Different types of child abuse - physical, sexual, mental, and neglect - are defined. The steps for making an abuse report are outlined, including information to provide and what to expect during the reporting process.
The document discusses various issues related to child protection, including the dynamics and risk factors of abuse, common types of abuse (physical, emotional, neglect, sexual), behaviors associated with sexual abuse, how to respond and report abuse allegations, and what happens when a report is made to child protective services. Key points include that the most common types of abuse investigated are exposure to intimate partner violence and neglect, risk factors for neglect include domestic violence and lack of social supports, sexually abused children most often know their abuser, and when an abuse report is made the child must be seen by protective services within 12 hours to ensure safety.
This document discusses child sexual abuse, including definitions, prevalence, dynamics, impacts on children, and common myths. Some key points:
- Child sexual abuse includes any sexual act involving a child. Most abusers are known to the child.
- Rates of child sexual abuse are high, with estimates that 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6-7 boys will experience abuse by age 18. However, many cases go unreported.
- Children often experience secrecy, helplessness, delayed disclosure, and may recant or reaffirm allegations later due to various pressures. Their responses depend highly on individual circumstances.
Example of-child-protection-policy-for-voluntary-organisationsMarivic Aloc
This document outlines a child protection policy for a voluntary organization. It discusses principles of protecting children, recognizing signs of abuse, and procedures for responding to concerns about a child's welfare. The key points are:
1. The policy's purpose is to safeguard children and promote their welfare by ensuring transparent and safe actions by adults in the organization.
2. It provides guidance on recognizing physical, emotional, sexual abuse and neglect and outlines steps to take if abuse is suspected, such as consulting designated contacts and making referrals to social services or police if needed.
3. The procedures explain the importance of confidentiality but note that a child's need for protection overrides confidentiality concerns. Members should share information on a
- Child abuse is a serious problem, with 80% of abusers being parents or relatives and rising rates of reported abuse. Physical abuse, neglect, emotional abuse, and sexual abuse can have long-lasting negative impacts on children.
- All childcare professionals and members of the public have a legal obligation to report any reasonable suspicion of abuse to the proper authorities. It is important to document injuries or statements of abuse accurately and contact services like the Division of Child and Family Services to request an investigation.
This document summarizes a conference on improving responses to children in domestic violence cases. It discusses the importance of early intervention for children exposed to domestic violence, as their resilience is closely tied to their mother's safety. It also discusses strategies for law enforcement when responding to domestic violence calls where children are present, such as documenting evidence from children and having specialized training. Additional topics covered include screening children for abuse, safety planning for children, and protecting children before, during and after legal proceedings related to domestic violence.
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The document provides information about mandated reporter training from the Department of Human Services. It defines who is considered a mandated reporter, such as teachers, medical professionals, and social workers. Mandated reporters must immediately report any reasonable suspicion of child abuse or neglect directly to the Child Abuse Hotline by phone or fax. A mandated reporter who fails to report can face civil and criminal penalties. The identity of the reporter is generally kept confidential.
Child abuse both physical and sexual has been increasing all over the world. I think this is mainly because parents with young children are isolated and are finding it hard to cope on their own.
Political and media hype has resulted in doctors and other agencies involved in the care of children ignoring or not trained to recognise early signs. This often result is prolonged agony and may result in tragic consequence.
When these neglected children grow -up and decide to go on a rampage killing innocent people, the leaders and media use the opportunity to promote themselves and criticise the offender.
I have personally experienced the difficulties of defending my ethical duty and know how difficult this can be to stand alone and defend the care of a helpless children. I have published this slide presentation to teach every responsible adult to help protect the life of innocent children.
Let us stop breeding monsters and create a world filled with joy and laughter of happy children.
The document discusses legislation and policies relating to safeguarding children. It covers:
- Learning outcomes around key legislation, policies, procedures, and the importance of teaching children about consent and whistleblowing.
- Key acts and policies including Working Together to Safeguard Children, the Children's Act, and Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Types of abuse, signs and symptoms, case studies, and how abuse can impact development.
- Actions to take if abuse is suspected including recording concerns factually and reporting immediately to the designated safeguarding lead.
- The roles of support agencies like social services, the common assessment framework, and team around the child approach.
The document discusses legislation and policies relating to safeguarding children. It covers:
- Learning outcomes around key legislation, policies, procedures, and the importance of teaching children about consent and whistleblowing.
- Key acts and policies including Working Together to Safeguard Children, the Children's Act, and Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Types of abuse, signs and symptoms, case studies, and how abuse can impact development.
- Actions to take if abuse is suspected including recording concerns factually and reporting immediately to the designated safeguarding lead.
- The roles of support agencies like social services, the common assessment framework, and team around the child approach.
This document provides guidance to employees and volunteers of Walton County School District on recognizing and reporting child abuse. It defines several types of child abuse, including physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse. It stresses that all school personnel are mandated reporters who are legally required to report any reasonable suspicion of child abuse. It provides details on what to do if a child discloses abuse, including listening without judgement and immediately reporting to the proper authorities. It also gives tips on maintaining professional boundaries and avoiding questionable behaviors that could harm children or damage trust with families.
1) Child abuse is defined as intentionally inflicting physical or mental injury on a child, or any intentional act that could reasonably be expected to result in injury.
2) As a school district employee, you are legally required to report any suspected child abuse to the school counselor or administrator.
3) If a child victim discloses abuse to you, you should immediately report it, reassure the child they have done nothing wrong, and allow them to speak freely without eliciting detailed information.
The document provides training on recognizing and reporting child abuse. It defines child abuse and outlines employees' legal responsibility to report any suspected abuse. It describes signs of abuse and appropriate responses when a child discloses abuse, such as reassuring the child and reporting the abuse. It emphasizes the importance of using professional judgement in all interactions with students to prevent allegations and protect children. Employees should avoid questionable activities and immediately report any concerns about other employees.
This document provides training on safeguarding and child protection for staff. It outlines the training outcomes which are for staff to understand the importance of safeguarding, recognize signs of abuse, feel confident dealing with concerns, and know referral procedures. It discusses key guidance documents and definitions of safeguarding and child protection. Signs of different types of abuse are described. The school's procedure for raising and recording concerns is outlined in 4 steps. Key topics covered include child sexual exploitation, sexting, and honour-based violence.
This document provides an overview of a workshop on identifying and reporting child abuse and neglect, as well as building protective factors to prevent maltreatment. The workshop covers learning objectives around signs of abuse, reporting procedures, and research-based protective factors. It also includes facts about child maltreatment, details on mandatory reporting laws, and how to implement an action plan for prevention.
The document discusses the profound negative impacts of child maltreatment including adverse mental, physical and social outcomes that can last a lifetime. It notes that over 5 children die daily from abuse and abused children are more likely to have criminal behaviors, mental health issues and continue the cycle of abuse. It outlines the history of prevention efforts and current laws and organizations aimed at protecting children and preventing abuse.
The document discusses child abuse, providing guidance for staff on identifying, documenting, and reporting suspected abuse. It outlines indicators of an abused child and abusive parent. It emphasizes the legal obligation of all individuals to protect children by reporting any suspected abuse, and stresses consulting authorities and documenting objectively without leading questions. Staff are to support and report, not investigate. The process for making an immediate report to child protection agencies is also described.
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If you suspect a child is being abused, observe them carefully and make notes of any concerning behaviors. Speak gently with the child and listen without pressuring them. Seek expert advice on how to proceed.
If a child discloses abuse, remain calm and find a private place to talk. Listen without interrogating and reassure the child it is not their fault. Do not make promises you can't keep, but do inform authorities to protect the child from further harm.
The document provides information on safeguarding refresher training at Saint Saviour's school in May 2019. It discusses the roles and responsibilities for safeguarding, including that everyone has a role to play in identifying concerns. It identifies Amir Lemouchi as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and outlines their responsibilities. It also lists key policies staff should be familiar with and defines different types of child abuse - physical, emotional, sexual, and neglect. It provides guidance on preventing radicalization, FGM mandatory reporting, responding to disclosures, and the process for reporting and following up on safeguarding concerns.
This document provides information on mandatory reporting requirements for clergy and other professionals regarding child abuse. It notes that all US states require certain professionals to report suspected physical abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of minors. Approximately 26 states include clergy among mandatory reporters. The document reviews indicators of different types of child abuse and outlines steps for reporting abuse, including documenting the report. It emphasizes that failure to report can lead to civil and criminal penalties.
4. Mandated Reporting
Social Media Policy at Camp Courage
FightingChildAbuse
Camp Courage Policy for Reporting
Penalties for Failing to Report ChildAbuse
5. In the USA, five children die of child abuse
every day
Animal cruelty laws predate child abuse laws
6. Encourage complete reporting
Involve law enforcement
EstablishChild Protective Services in each
county
Protect abused children from further abuse
Provide rehabilitation
Preserve & Stabilize families
Assess risk and provide services
7. § 42.42. Suspected child abuse—mandated reporting requirements.
(a) General rule. Under 23 Pa.C.S. § 6311 (relating to persons required to report suspected child abuse), licensees
who, in the course of the employment, occupation or practice of their profession, come into contact with
children shall report or cause a report to be made to the Department of Public Welfare when they have
reasonable cause to suspect on the basis of their professional or other training or experience, that a child coming
before them in their professional or official capacity is a victim of child abuse.
(b) Staff members of public or private agencies, institutions and facilities. Licensees who are staff members of a
medical or other public or private institution, school, facility or agency, and who, in the course of their
employment, occupation or practice of their profession, come into contact with children shall immediately notify
the person in charge of the institution, school facility or agency or the designated agent of the person in charge
when they have reasonable cause to suspect on the basis of their professional or other training or
experience, that a child coming before them in their professional or official capacity is a victim of child abuse.
Upon notification by the licensee, the person in charge or the designated agent shall assume the responsibility
and have the legal obligation to report or cause a report to be made in accordance with subsections (a), (c) and
(d).
(c) Reporting procedure. Reports of suspected child abuse shall be made by telephone and by written report.
(1) Oral reports. Oral reports of suspected child abuse shall be made immediately by telephone to
ChildLine, (800) 932-0313.
(2) Written reports. Written reports shall be made within 48 hours after the oral report is made by telephone.
Written reports shall be made on forms available from a county children and youth social service agency.
(d) Written reports. Written reports shall be made in the manner and on forms prescribed by the Department of
PublicWelfare.
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8. Report suspected abuse immediately to the
camp director
Contact Columbia County Children &Youth
Services & PA ChildLine
Contact CampVictory’s Executive Director
Complete necessary forms
10. Drastic change in behavior
Withdrawn & Antisocial
Excessive Fear
Sleep Disturbances
BedWetting
Eating Disorders
Change in school performance
RiskTaking Behaviors
NOTE:
These are also signs
of grief in children.
12. Bruises
Welts
Burns
Multiple injuries in various stages of healing
Extra, unusual layers of clothing
13. Inadequate weight gain or growth
Developmental delays
Persistent hunger
Lack of hygiene – soiled clothing
Lack of supervision
Untreated physical problems
Deprivation of necessities
14. Constant belittling
Name calling
Bullying
Rejection
Limiting proper physical contact
Exposing a child to abuse and violence
Requires Professional Diagnosis
15. Disruptive behavior
Bullying
Inappropriate language
Believes aberrant behavior is normal
Describes what you recognize to be an
abusive home environment when questioned
Hateful
May speak of suicide
16. Injury to the genitalia
Difficulty sitting or
standing
Suspicious stains on
clothing of skin
Resistance to remove
clothing when
appropriate
Bladder or urinary tract
infections
Pain when using the
restroom
Bed wetting
thumb sucking
Loss of bowel control
Difficulty swallowing
Signs of STD’s
Sleep disturbances
Age inappropriate sexual
knowledge
Unusual sexual behavior
17. Disruptive behavior
Bullying
Cursing
Racist / Ethnic Slurs
Child believes this to be normal behavior
Reports unrecognized abuse
Speaks of suicide
18. The child is the intended target of a shooting
The child is in the care of a known sex
offender
The child is unattended in an automobile
19. Suspicious? Seek Help & Advice
Follow Up
Unexplained Injuries
Child is Defensive
A FewWords Can SpeakVolumes
Admits / AllegesAbuse
20. Most likely someone the child knows
59% of abusers are parents, more often moms
Often drug abusers and/or mentally ill
Isolated or very young parents / several kids
Abused as a child
Non-related temporary care givers
Don’t ignore suspicions
21. Interest in a particular child, often female
Purchase expensive gifts
Invitations for ‘sleep-overs’
Repeated offers to babysit “just because”
Imposed, unwanted physical contact
22. Provide what parents won’t allow
Insist on secrecy
Threats
23. Reporting abuse gives victims a voice
Fear keeps children vulnerable
Shame keeps children vulnerable
Abuse leads children to mistrust adults
Some kids don’t know any other way
Fear keeps children vulnerable
24. SSABER
Stay Calm
Support
Affirm
Believe
Empower
REPORT
Make a Difference in a Child’s Life
25. SSABER
Stay Calm
Support
Affirm
Believe
Empower
REPORT
“At that moment, truth begins.”
“Thank you for telling me.”
“I believe you.”
“You have done nothing
wrong.”
“I will get help for you.”
27. Try to remain in no less than groups of three
To protect the child
To protect the buddies
A group of four is safer
28. Don’t be silent – Say Something!
You don’t need to be perfect
Ask basic questions of the child:
What happened?
Where did it happen?
When did it happen?
Who did it?
Were other kids hurt too?
Are there witnesses?
30. Call ChildLine
Anytime – 24/7
1-800-932-0313
Remember:800WEB-zero-DoAFavor
Remember:800 932 - - - 0 3 1 3
(Not perfect, but maybe it will help)
31. Inform camp director immediately
If the child is in immediate danger, CALL 911
Call ChildLine
Complete forms within 48 Hours
Notify CampVictory
Follow through!
32. Ask basic questions of the child:
Child’s name, address, etc.
What happened?
Where did it happen?
When did it happen?
Who did it?
Were other kids hurt too?
Are there witnesses?
35. Question &
Answer
“What if one of
our Big Buddies is
a Pastor or a
Lawyer?”
May they still
make a report if a
child admits
abuse to them in
confidence?
ANSWER:
Yes. If a Pastor or Lawyer, in
their capacity as a Big Buddy
at Camp Courage, learns of an
abused child, they are in the
role of a Mandated Reporter
and must report what they’ve
learned.
36. As a Big Buddy, you must report the abuse
A child abuse report will have consequences
for the child and her/his family, but it MUST
be made in the interest of the long term
welfare of the child
GET INVOLVED – it’s a moral and legal
responsibility
You are protected if you make the report and
could be committing a crime by not reporting
37. Incidents discovered at Camp Courage are
“very, very low”
Much of the required information for
reporting is already on file with Camp
Courage
If there is a concern, ask the basic questions
and get help
More information will be available at each
camp experience
38. Be a role model, let someone know if you
need another person with you
Create a boundary, you're not a best
friend, or a surrogate parent – you’re a
temporary guardian
It’s a short term relationship for the kids (and
you), make it clear that there will be no
contact after camp
Ryan will capture the memories in photos for
the kids
39. If you encourage too close an attachment
with a camper you may cause deeper grief
after camp
YOU MAY NOT CONTINUEA RELATIONSHIP
WITHA CAMPER AFTER CAMP
Be very careful if the child asks ‘difficult’
questions, be honest – seek help if you need
40. Report concerns of ANY sort to the camp
director or counselor, for example:
Camper may be self-harming (cutting)
Substance abuse/use during camp – campers or
their families while on camp property
A camper intentionally tries to harm another
person – safety is a primary concern
Inappropriate language – threats, suicidal
thoughts, bullying, etc.
41. DON’T take personal pictures with your
camera or cell phone
AVOID social network dissemination of
information via social media regardingCamp
Courage
AVOID using your personal electronic devices