Clock Icon  

How Nonprofits Can Navigate Background Screening for Justice-Involved Individuals [Guide]

Document, information, paper, text, examining, find, inspect, investigation, management, research. A person is using laptop with magnifying glass, on a document that is being checked.

Nonprofit organizations that serve justice-involved individuals play a vital role in rehabilitation, reintegration and community safety. However, these organizations often face a complex challenge: how to responsibly screen applicants and help ensure the safety of clients, staff and the broader community.

This guide is designed to help nonprofit leaders navigate the legal, ethical and operational complexities of criminal background screening.  From understanding federal and state laws to selecting the right screening tools and determining acceptable offenses, this guide walks you through critical steps.

To support implementation, the guide concludes with a comprehensive checklist that nonprofit leaders can use to evaluate and strengthen their current practices.

 

Access the Guide

We’re Here to Help – Contact Our Loss Control Consultants Today

At Great American Insurance Group, we strive to ensure that our policyholders are not only aware of the hazards they face but are equipped with the necessary tools to prevent and combat them as effectively as possible. Interested in learning more? Talk to our team of experts.

For additional information on improving your organization’s safety and security, visit the Plan & Protect Hub.

Loss Control Categories

Take proactive action to prepare for different types of loss.