Virtus
To register for a class go to: www.virtus.org
All classes in the diocese, including Saint Ambrose classes, are listed during the registration process.
Policies for Download
- Legal Requirements Checklist
- Policy for the Safety of Children in Matters of Sexual Abuse – Revised 2016
- Standards of Conduct for Ministry – Revised 2016
- Click HERE for the in-service videos about the revised documents.
- Social Media and Our Children volunteers and Families
- Virtus FAQ’s Reminders
VIRTUS Information
What is Called To Protect™?
Called to Protect™ is the most up-to-date, comprehensive safe environments program available today, exclusively for Catholic ministries, parents, youth, and young children and is used at Saint Ambrose Day School and PSR.
This four-part multi-media series builds on the latest abuse prevention research and Praesidium’s two decades of experience working with dioceses, religious, schools, YMCAs, camps, childcare, youth sports, and social service programs.
The Called to Protect™ program also has a program designed exclusively for parents. It recognizes that parents are the first and foremost protectors of their children and it gives them the skills and information they need to fulfill this important mission.
What is Virtus®?
Virtus® is a best practices program designed to help prevent wrongdoing and promote “right doing” within religious organizations. The program empowers organizations and people to better control risk and improve the lives of those who interact with the Church. Virtus® deals with child abuse and other inappropriate behavior. Saint Ambrose holds these Virtus® classes at least once a month here at the parish.
Ongoing Efforts at Saint Ambrose
Our committee has been working to review and update policies and procedures specifically on Saint Ambrose campus. The committee includes representatives from Pastoral Staff, Day School, School Advisory Board, Pastoral Council, PSR, FIAT, and our Maintenance Department.
We have conducted our quarterly evaluation of all rooms, procedures, volunteers and staff to insure the safety of all individuals while on Saint Ambrose campus.
As We Go Forward at Saint Ambrose
• Ongoing quarterly evaluation of all areas, rooms, procedures, staff, and volunteers
• Additional cameras have been added to provide expanded views of the campus
• 8 security cameras added to campus with Church renovation
• Always on lights added across campus
• Glass panels added to Church doors in renovation
• Updated Virtus section on Saint Ambrose’s website
• Continuous and ongoing update of Social Media Policy to all Parish Staff and volunteers
• Regular communication and implementation of Diocesan policies and practices
• Continuous update on volunteer website
To become a volunteer at Saint Ambrose:
Go to: StAmbrose.us/VolunteerForms
For more information on background checks at Saint Ambrose: StAmbrose.us/BackgroundCheck
To Report Abuse:
If you suspect child abuse, you MUST call civic authorities:
Medina County, call Medina County Job and Family Services: 1.800.783.5070.
After business hours: 330.725.6631
If you suspect child abuse within the Diocese of Cleveland, call the 24 hour response line AFTER you call civic authorities: 216.334.2999
Victim Assistance 216.334.2999