All Reliant staff are dedicated to furthering the Gospel and are committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical and professional behavior. Nevertheless, it is necessary on a regular basis to remind ourselves of how we should ensure that all individuals (staff, volunteers, and those to whom we minister) are treated with honor, respect, and dignity as image bearers of God.
For this reason, all Reliant staff will complete annual training courses on sexual harassment prevention and child abuse awareness.
Overview of Required Courses
All courses are web-based, include quizzes, and do not need to be completed in one session. For most staff, the training will take about 3 hours. For staff in supervisory roles, the training will take about 5 hours and will include an additional course on screening staff and volunteers. For full course descriptions, click the applicable link under Topic / Policy and go to the "Related Courses" section of the page.
| Topic / Policy | Vendor | Required for | Course Title & Length | Vendor Access Information Click the arrow for drop-down with step-by-step instructions |
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| Child and Vulnerable Adult Safety (new policy) | Ministry Safe | All Staff | Awareness Training - 1.5 hours This course contains details about child sexual abuse which may be triggering to survivors of trauma. Please reach out to Julie Thomas, HR Compliance Officer, at julie.thomas@reliant.org to discuss alternative training options if needed. |
- These courses are accessed via a unique link that will be emailed to you (see screenshot below).
- Once you login you will see a list of all courses available listed on the bar on the left. Please select training that is applicable to you and your role, based on the course information and details outlined on this page.
- Training videos are designed to be completed at each trainee’s pace. You may close the page entirely and return to the point you previously paused. However, the MinistrySafe system does not save the point that you last completed. Before closing the page, please make note of your ‘spot’ (example: Section 4, 15:45). To return to the training, you'll need the unique link that was emailed to you.
- MinistrySafe will track completion of each course and notify Reliant.
Lost the Training Link Email? Or never received it?
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| Supervisor & Leaders | Skillful Screening - 2.25 hours - This course is in addition to Awareness Training
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| Workplace Harassment and Discrimination (updated policy) | Telios Teaches
| Employee Level (non-supervisors) | Sexual Harassment Prevention for Employees - 1.5 hours |
- These courses are accessed via a unique link that will be emailed to you (see screenshot below).
- OR you can access the course via the "Forgot Password" link.
- Enter your Reliant email address (ending with @reliant.org).
- You will receive an email with instructions on how to set your password.
- After creating a password, you can return to the courses via the Telios Teaches Site.
- Once you login you will see a list of all courses available on the screen. Please select training that is applicable to you and your role, based on the course information and details outlined above.
- Training videos are designed to be completed at each trainee’s pace. You may close the page entirely and return to the point you previously paused. To return to the training, log back into the Telio Teaches Site with your Reliant email address and password. Select the training you need to complete, and it will return you to your previous spot in the course.
- Telios will track completion of each course and notify Reliant.
Forgot Password?Click the "Forgot Password" link to receive instructions on resetting your password. |
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| Supervisors & Leaders | Sexual Harassment Prevention for Managers - 2 hours - This course is in lieu of the Employee course
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| Optional | New York Compliance Module - 10 minutes |
| Optional | California Compliance Module - 20 minutes |
Associated Policies & Information
Each of our training courses required are associated with one of the following Reliant Policies.
Timeframe for Completion
| New Hires | Will be assigned the training during onboarding and will have 30 days to complete the courses. |
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| Existing Staff | Existing staff will complete the training courses during the Annual Required Education season. They will have 60 days to complete the courses. |
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Non-Compliance
| New Hires | If new hire does not complete mandatory training courses, - Upon due date: A reminder email is sent to staff member and supervisor
- 30 days after due date: An email is sent to staff member and supervisor detailing consequences of non-compliance
- 60 days after due date: Staff member is placed on paid leave
- 90 days after due date: Staff member termination of employment
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| Existing Staff | If staff member does not complete mandatory training courses, - Upon training window closing/due date: A reminder email is sent to staff member and supervisor
- 30 days after due date: An email is sent to staff member and supervisor detailing consequences of non-compliance
- 60 days after due date: Staff member is placed on paid leave
- 90 days after due date: Staff member termination of employment
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Exception Requests
Staff can submit an Exception Request for extenuating circumstances by emailing HR Compliance Officer (Julie Thomas - julie.thomas@reliant.org) and copying Program Team (if applicable) and Supervisor. The Exception Request should include a detailed explanation of the reason for the request.