Step by Step
The screening process involves about eight steps. To create a robust screening process, you will need to develop materials, training sessions, processes, policies, and procedures to ensure you are consistent, diligent, and unbiased.
- Step 1: Orientation session
- Step 2: Application packet
- Step 3: Formal interview and reference checks
- Step 4: Criminal history and other record checks
*FBI check highly recommended by Elements of Effective Practice for Mentoring (4th edition)
- Step 5: Interpreting results of record checks
- Step 6: Additional screening mechanisms
- Step 7: Pre-match training and moving toward the match
- Step 8: Match supervision