Announcements

Mandated Reporting

In 2016, Maine updated their Statutes to include Clergy as Mandated Reporters, and to require that they receive mandated reporter training:  http://www.mainelegislature.org/legis/statutes/22/title22sec4011-A.html .

MPCA has updated its Licensure application to reflect this, and will require that new applicants and current MPCA licensees be required to receive Mandated Reporter training every 3 years.

Though some Clergy may have received their credentials through other sources, we encourage you to receive mandated reporter training for your own peace of mind, professional development, and to enhance your work as Clergy.

Available resources for Mandated Reporters:

  • To report reasonable suspicion of child abuse or neglect: 1-800-452-1999
  • To report adult abuse/neglect/exploitation:  1-800-624-8404
  • A free online course can be found at: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ocfs/mandated-reporters.shtml
  • DHHS trainers typically may provide face/face or Zoom training for free. The following is the link for Maine DHHS trainers http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ocfs/cps/trainer-contact.html
  • Many Children’s advocacy-type programs have been offering trainings.
  • MPCA is hoping to provide trainings, and will make an announcement when these become available.