THANKS FOR BEING PART OF ST. LAURENCE!
We’re delighted to welcome you as a new member of our staff and want to ensure you have a smooth and successful start. As part of the hiring process, there are several required documents and training modules that need to be completed.
Please submit copies of all completed documents and certificates to the Parish Rectory, addressed to “New Employee.”
When completing your clearances, be sure to select the employment-related options. We also recommend keeping copies of your receipts, as you may submit them for reimbursement.
Safe Environment Clearances
1 ~ PA State Police Criminal Record Check
(this must be renewed every 5 years)
This background check must be completed online, and results are typically available within minutes.
As soon as your results appear, click on the CONTROL # and then select CERTIFICATION FORM — we require the official certificate, not the summary or record check pages.
Please print the certificate and submit a copy to the Parish Office at the Rectory without delay.
The clearance fee is $20, payable by card at the time of your request. Be sure to keep your receipt, as it can be submitted for full reimbursement.
We appreciate your prompt attention to this important step in joining our mission!
PA State Criminal Record Check
2 ~ PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse Clearance Check
(must be renewed every 5 years)
This clearance requires a $13.00 fee, which can be paid immediately online using a card.
If you prefer to mail in the request, include a $13.00 money order or check made payable to:
PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
⚠️ Do NOT send cash.
Be sure to keep your receipt—you may submit it for full reimbursement.
Once you receive the certificate by email, print it and deliver a copy to the Parish Office at the Rectory promptly. If you receive it via mail, please bring it to the Parish Office.
Your cooperation in completing this essential step is greatly appreciated—thank you for helping us maintain a safe and welcoming parish!
PA State Child Welfare Clearance Check
3 ~ Fingerprints:
(this must be renewed every 5 years)
As a valued member of our staff, you are required to complete FBI fingerprinting, in addition to the other clearances listed below.
To begin your Federal Fingerprint Background Check (FBI), visit:
👉 https://uenroll.identogo.com
When registering, be sure to use the correct service code below—this is essential for all current and prospective school and parish employees:
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1KG6TR is the code for (PDE) Pennsylvania Department of Education Educators/Staff (non-public schools)
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1KG738 for Child Care Services/Program Employee/Contractors 18 and over (this includes all parish employees)
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1KG756 for Employees 14-17 year olds that have contact with children (use for Minors only)
Safe Environment Training (2 Parts):
4 ~ Safe Environment, Part I:
Protecting God's Children (in-person or via Zoom) - provides basic facts about child sexual abuse and the adult’s roles in prevention:
Safe Environment Training PT 1
***** IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE COMPLETED THIS TRAINING AND DO NOT HAVE THE CERTIFICATE, DIRECTIONS TO REPRINT: You can log back in on the virtus site and print your certificates. (if you have forgotten the username and password, you can email them.) User names are usually an email. https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/ (Click - need log-in information for username and password if you need to find/reset those)
5 ~ Safe Environment Part II:
Mandated Reporting of Suspected Child Abuse (online) Provides an overview of Archdiocesan reporting procedures for suspected child abuse and Pennsylvania Child Welfare Laws.
This training is mandatory for all the employees. This training is available online through the Office for Child and Youth Protection website under “Training Institute” THIS TRAINING IS LIVE AGAIN AS OF 6/30/2021
Safe Environment Training PT 2
5A ~ THE FORM BELOW IS ONLY NEEDED IF YOU TOOK THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING BEFORE 2015. IT IS INCLUDED IN THE CURRENT VERSION OF THE CLASS
Mandated Reporter Acknowledgement Form
Other Documents Required:
In addition to completing your clearances, you are required to complete the following documents to finalize your employment with us.
Please take a few moments to finish them—we’re excited to officially welcome you to the team!
1 ~ Employee Information Form
This form needs to be completed by the employee with his/her personal information and an emergency contact.
2 ~ I - 9 Form ~ Employment Elegibility Verification
This form is used to document verification of the identity and employment authorization of each employee.
For instructions on how to fill out this form, you can use the following document:
Instruction to complete I-9 Form
To complete the form, follow this link:
I-9 Employment Verification Form
3 ~ W - 4 Form ~ Employee's Withholding Certificate
This form is used for the employee to choose an additional withholding from the paycheck for the taxes.
W-4 Employee's Withholding Certficate Form
4 ~ Residency Certification Form
This form is to be used by employers and/or taxpayers to report essential information for the collection and distribution of Local Earned Income Taxes
5 ~ Direct Deposit Form
We need this form completed to deposit your wages into your bank account.
6 ~ Parent's Release
If the employee is a minor, this form needs to be completed by his/her parents.
W-4 Employee's Withholding Certficate Form