If a short-term detention facility has or develops a volunteer or internship program, the juvenile board shall adopt the following policies: (1) a description of the authority, responsibility and accountability of volunteers and interns who work with the department; (2) performance of a Texas criminal history background search (TCIC). (3) performance of a local law enforcement sex offender registration records check in the city or county where the volunteer or intern resides. (4) selection and termination criteria including disqualification based on criminal history; (5) orientation and training requirements including training on recognizing and reporting abuse, exploitation and neglect; (6) a requirement that volunteers and interns meet minimum applicable professional requirements; and (7) a provision for a volunteer and intern registry sign-in log. |
