As a result of& the relevant provisions of Executive Order # 202.5 not being extended, effective July 7, 2020, all child care program employees, volunteers and household members over 18 years of age in family/group family child care programs are again subject to the OCFS Comprehensive Background Check requirements.
These requirements had been temporarily suspended as a result of the COVID-19 emergency in New York State. The Emergency Child Care Employment guidance that was issued on April 8, 2020 on an interim basis is no longer applicable.& Additional information and guidance regarding the Comprehensive Background Check requirements can be found at https://ocfs.ny.gov/programs/childcare/#cc-bg-clearance.&
Please note: Individuals who have been issued an emergency employment waiver will be required to complete the comprehensive background check process.& OCFS will be in contact regarding these individuals.& Also, note that the $25 SCR processing fee is still currently suspended until further notice.&
Please contact your licensing/registration office if you have additional questions.
