Texas Senate Bill 1414 Guide
Implementation of Sexual Abuse and Child Molestation Awareness Training and Examination
Designated individuals, whether employed, an independent contractor, or volunteer, or having an appointment in The University of Texas at Arlington (UT Arlington) financial system (DEFINE) or not, shall complete Sexual Abuse and Child Molestation Awareness training and examination. The training includes information and examination concerning warning signs of sexual abuse and child molestation. Employees who violate this policy will be subject to applicable and appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination or dismissal. If designated individuals who are not employees violate this policy, they may have their privileges extended to them by UT Arlington, revoked or suspended. The Texas Department of State Health Services may also impose civil penalties and/or injunctive relief for persons violating the Act.
Training must be completed within 5 days of hire.
Once the employees and/or volunteers have been selected, complete the Campus Program Employee Listing (Form 26-1) and submit no later than 10 business days prior to the start date of your campus program. An electronic copy of the Campus Program Employee Listing will be received by the following offices University Compliance Services, Human Resources, Employment Services and E.H. Hereford University Center & Guest Services. University Compliance Services will contact you directly with instructions on how to complete the training. For more information please contact University Compliance Services at (817) 272-2080.
On Campus Requirements
Items Needed:
- Texas Senate Bill 1414 University Implementation
- New Employee Packet (Form 3-27A)
- Form I-9, Employee Eligibility Verification (Form 3-7)
- Criminal Background Check (Form 3-9)
- Notice of Voluntary Service (Form 3-8)
- Campus Program Online Training Request/Employee Listing (Form 26-1)
- Department of State Health Services Campus Program for Minors
Steps for Selecting Summer Employees and Volunteers:
□ Decide on your summer camp employees and/or volunteers.
New Employee (or New Employee in your Department):
□ If the individual is receiving compensation for the first time (new employee), please have the new employee complete the following:□ New Employee Packet (Form 3-27A)
□ Form I-9, Employee Eligibility Verification (Form 3-7)
□ Criminal Background Check (Form 3-9)
Volunteer:
□ If the individual is not receiving compensation (volunteer), please have the volunteer complete the following:
□ Notice of Voluntary Service (Form 3-8)
□ Criminal Background Check (Form 3-9)
Current Employee (of your Department):
□ If the individual is currently receiving compensation (current employee), please ensure that the following have been submitted within the current fiscal year (September - August):