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There is no question that the volunteer coaches are an essential part of our successful Recreation Sports programs. Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. In order to provide the best possible environment for our children please be aware of the following coaching requirements:
1)Rutgers Safety Course-
As a necessary step in the process of becoming a coach, the State of New Jersey requires that a coaching certification class be taken. For further information about this class, please go to the Rutgers Safety site http://youthsports.rutgers.edu. Then click in the right column where you see "S.A.F.E.T.Y." for the Clinic Schedule and locations of upcoming coaches' clinics in your area.
***Please be aware of the following new requirement***
2)Background Checks are required for all Volunteer Coaches
In an effort to provide the safest environment possible to the youth who participate in our town sports programs, The Recreation Commission has elected to institute criminal history record background checks on all potential volunteer coaches within the Recreation program. In mirroring what the Little League Association has already instituted, the Commission has taken this step to ensure that all volunteers who come in contact with our children under the direction of the Recreation Department are screened and approved for such service with children.
Beginning in June 2007, we have offered various dates on which volunteer candidates can initiate their background checks, under the supervision of the Old Tappan Police Department.
All fees associated with background checks performed until January 27, 2008 will be paid by the Recreation Department; thereafter the processing fee and any additional associated fees shall be the responsibility of the volunteer.
Please contact Gloria Wiesner, Recreation Director, at 201 664-1849 ext. 223 to make an appointment to have fingerprints taken by the Old Tappan Police Department. The Fee for fingerprinting is $33.25 per person. Checks are to be made payable to: The Borough of Old Tappan. *A photo ID is required at the time of fingerprinting*
Click here for further details on background checks:
For any other questions, click here to get in touch with the individual running the sport in which you are interested.
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