Indiana State University Resources

All departments and programs are responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation as outlined in this section. Documentation must be maintained for a period of two years. Please contact the Youth Programs Office at ISU-YouthPrograms@indstate.edu with any questions.

Sponsoring Program/Department Responsibilities

• Employment and volunteer applications and completed reference checks for all personnel working in programs involving minors
• Certificate of completion of on-line training for every staff member and volunteer
• Documentation of completed criminal background check
• Completed facilities use agreement (if applicable)
• Verification that staff and volunteers have read and agree to abide by these procedures and the Policy for Programs Involving Minors
• Program description for each program involving minors and list of approved staff and volunteers
• Written agreements for participation from parents or guardians of all minors participating in programs covered by the minor policy
• Program descriptions and criminal background checks for personnel associated with off-campus events

Sponsoring Program/Department Forms

• Youth Program on Campus Checklist
• Authorized Pick Up Form
• Health Info Form
• Photo Release Form
• Waiver and Release of Liability Form
• Standards of Behavior for Employees and Volunteers
• Accident/Incident Report Form
• Youth Mentor and Camp Staff Conduct Form
• Orientation Guidelines Outline

Conference and Event Services         

• Register a Youth Program
• Register a Field Trip
• Event Authorization Form
• Completed facilities use agreement (will be sent by Conferences and Event Services)

State of Indiana Resources

Indiana Law: Reporting and Investigation of Child Abuse and Neglect

Indiana Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline

Indiana Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline Process

What is Child Abuse and Neglect? Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms