CRISTA Ministries Careers

Description

• Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
• Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.   

• Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous. 
• Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
• Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
• Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
• Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions. 
• Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Background Check Assessment and Design:

• Design and implement comprehensive background check protocols that include criminal history and other relevant assessments.
• Review and analyze the current background check process to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
• Research and recommend new tools or methodologies for conducting background checks that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure that background checks are tailored to meet the specific needs of various roles within the organization, (i.e., those involving direct care and interaction with residents and children).
• Continuously monitor and assess the effectiveness of the background check process, making adjustments as necessary to enhance compliance and candidate experience.

Background Check Process Development and Review:

• Create and implement a standardized workflow for initiating, processing, and receiving background check results, ensuring consistency across all hires, volunteers, and vendors.
• Ensure timely communication with candidates, employees, volunteers, vendors regarding the status of their background checks, addressing any questions or concerns.
• Review background check findings to assess the suitability of candidates based on established criteria and organizational policies.

Background Check Collaboration:

• Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to make informed decisions regarding employment eligibility based on background check outcomes.
• Partner with HR and management to enhance existing procedures in line with best practices and regulatory standards.
• Participate in regular meetings with HR and management to discuss staffing needs and strategies related to background checks.
• Communicate with ministry leaders to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the background check process and its importance in maintaining a safe environment for staff, residents and children.

Compliance with Regulation:

• Stay informed about federal, state and local laws governing background checks, particularly those relevant to Preschool and Senior Living facilities.
• Ensure all background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and other applicable regulations.

Documentation and Record Keeping:

• Maintain, organize and secure files of background check results, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and other privacy laws.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of all background check requests and results for audit purposes.

Dispute and Inquiry Response:

• Address any disputes related to background check findings by working with candidates to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Provide clear explanations to candidates about their rights under applicable laws concerning background checks.

Training Material Development:

• Create and update training materials for HR staff and hiring managers on background check procedures, compliance and best practices.
• Conduct training sessions to ensure staff is up to date and understands the importance of background checks and how to interpret results.

Perform other duties as assigned.

• Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
• Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
• Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
• Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
• Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
• Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC). 
• Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, Law, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in background check coordination or human resources, preferably in a senior living setting.

• Strong understanding of background check processes and relevant laws in Washington State and nation.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and professionally.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.