YOU MUST:

• Operate within the Church’s principles and guidance and any particular procedures of the diocese, religious congregation, parish or club.
• Treat everyone equally and with respect.
• Engage and interact appropriately with vulnerable adults.
• Challenge unacceptable behaviour and provide an example of good conduct you wish others to follow – an environment which allows bullying, inappropriate shouting or any form of discrimination is unacceptable.
• Respect the sacred dignity of each individual and their right to personal privacy.
• Recognise that particular care is required in moments when you are discussing sensitive issues with vulnerable adults e.g. maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Avoid situations that compromise your relationship with vulnerable adults, and are unacceptable within a relationship of trust. This rule should apply to all such behaviours including those which would constitute an illegal act.

YOU MUST NOT:

• Engage in inappropriate behaviour with vulnerable adults - physical, verbal or sexual.
• Take a chance when common sense suggests another more prudent approach.
• Physically, emotionally or sexually or financially abuse or exploit any vulnerable adult.

This Code of Conduct is issued to all those who work in our Parishes with vulnerable adults.

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