Camp Staff Clearances

Minsi Trails Council, Inc., BSA Resources PA Volunteer ClearancesCamp Staff Clearances

As an employee of Minsi Trails Council - Camp Staff, you are required by law to secure and provide the following clearances to Minsi Trails Council:

Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check
Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal History Background Check Code 1KG738

OR Disclosure Statement Application for Employment of a Minor (Only for Under 18 who is a resident of PA for 10 years or more.)

We will reimburse the cost for any 2023 clearances. Submit original receipts with copies of clearances.

Clearances must state for Employment, not Volunteering. Clearances are good for 5 years.

Your clearances must have been completed between August 31, 2018 through August 31, 2023.

If they expire before August 31^st then you must submit new clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. How long does it take the Commonwealth to process the clearances?

A. Some of the clearances come back within a few minutes, however some may take as long as 4-6 weeks.

Q. What is the timeline to provide the clearances to Minsi Trails Council?

A. As Per Pennsylvania law, all new employees must secure their clearances prior to employment in any capacity.

Q. How to Submit Clearances to Minsi Trails Council?

A. Camp Staff: You submit the copies and your receipts to the Camping Director. Please include with your camp staff paperwork.

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Pennsylvania Website on Child Protection: www.keepkidssafe.pa.gov
Pennsylvania Volunteer FAQ: keepkidssafe.pa.gov/cs/groups/webcontent/documents/document/c_135249.pdf
Pennsylvania Mandated Reporter FAQ: keepkidssafe.pa.gov/cs/groups/webcontent/documents/document/c_137646.pdf

If you need assistance or have questions, please use our staff contact page - Staff Contacts

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PROFESSIONAL OFFICE HOURS OF OPERATIONS:
(610) 264-8551
10 AM – 5 PM (Monday – Friday)
Closed Saturday & Sunday

SCOUT SHOP HOURS OF OPERATIONS:
(610) 264-8551
10 AM - 5 PM (Monday-Friday)
10 AM - 2 PM (Saturday)
Closed Sunday

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ADDRESS
991 Postal Road, Allentown, PA 18109