INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Please download and fill out the application below.

2. Follow the instructions on the application carefully.

3. Along with your application, you will need to Mail the following:
- A copy of your Driver’s License.
- A copy of YOUR Vehicle Registration Card. Registration Card MUST BE UNDER YOU NAME. If it is not, then you are allowed ONLY ONE VEHICLE PLACARD.
- A Money Order or CC Authorization (found on the application) in the amount of $150 for each placard being ordered.
 - IF YOU ARE RENEWING, YOU MUST RETURN Your expired Vehicle Identification Placard(s) to: NYSCTF 405 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
ID CARDS AND VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLACARDS MUST HAVE THE SAME EXPIRATION DATE.

IF YOU PLAN TO ORDER A VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLACARD OR RENEW IT, PLEASE RENEW YOUR ID CARD AS WELL.

No Vehicle Identification Placard will be renewed if you do not mail in your expired Placard.

US-NYSCTF reserves the right to reject any application for a Vehicle Identification Placard.

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In the hopes of not only recognizing the achievements of our members, but also keeping better track of said achievements within our membership in order to better serve our clients, we have developed a ranking structure which will indeed serve to better categorize our members according to their levels of training and skills. In addition we also hope that this new rank structure will encourage our members to seek further education in the field of Crisis, disaster and trauma Spiritual Care. To apply for promotion download the form at the bottom of this page.     -Rev. Dr. Marcos A. Miranda, BCC, BCCS, President & CEO

FIELD OPERATIVE 
Successful Completion of the US-NYSCTF Community Crisis Chaplaincy Program (CLICK HERE FOR TRAINING)

What you receive:
Certificate.
Membership ID card (good for 1 year).
Shield*
Full US-NYSCTF membership status and privileges.

FIRST RESPONDER CHAPLAIN
A) Successful Completion of the US-NYSCTF Community Crisis Chaplaincy Program (CLICK HERE FOR TRAINING)

B) Successful Completion of the Crisis, Trauma and First Response Certificate Program (CLICK HERE FOR TRAINING)

What you receive:
Certificate of Promotion to "First Responder Chaplain".
"First Responder" printed on your ID card.
Full US-NYSCTF membership status and privileges.

CERTIFIED CRISIS CHAPLAIN (CCC)
A) Successful Completion of US-NYSCTF Community Crisis Chaplaincy Program (CLICK HERE FOR TRAINING)

B) Successful Completion of the Crisis, Trauma and First Response Certificate Program (CLICK HERE FOR TRAINING)

C) Successful Completion of One Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Unit
(CLICK HERE FOR CPE TRAINING)

What you receive:
Certificate of Promotion to "Certified Crisis Chaplain".
"CERTIFIED" printed on your ID card.
Authorization to add the letters CCC after your name which represents your Certified Crisis Chaplain status within all professional spiritual care networks (e.g. John Doe, CCC).
Full US-NYSCTF membership status and privileges.

BOARD CERTIFIED CRISIS CHAPLAIN (BCCC)
A) Successful Completion of US-NYSCTF Community Crisis Chaplaincy Program (CLICK HERE FOR TRAINING)

B) Successful Completion of the Crisis, Trauma and First Response Certificate Program (CLICK HERE FOR TRAINING)

C) Board Certification from a Recognized Professional Chaplaincy Organization such as:

- American Correctional Chaplains Association 

- Association of Certified Christian Chaplains 

- Association of Professional Chaplains

- Canadian Association for Spiritual Care 

- Center for Spiritual Care & Pastoral Formation 

- College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy

- Healthcare Chaplains Ministry Association 

- International Association of Christian Chaplains 

- National Association of Catholic Chaplains 

- National Association of Veteran Affairs Chaplains 

- National Conference of Veterans Affairs Catholic Chaplains 

- Neshama: Association of Jewish Chaplains 

- National Institute of Business and Industrial Chaplains

​-Spiritual Care Association 

What you receive:
Certificate of Promotion to "Board Certified Crisis Chaplain".
"BOARD CERTIFIED" printed on your ID card.
Authorization to add the letters BCCC after your name which represents your Board Certified Crisis Chaplain status within all professional spiritual care networks (e.g. John Doe, BCCC).
​Full US-NYSCTF membership status and privileges.

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IMPORTANT: THIS IS A LISTING OF RULES & REGULATIONS SIGNED BY EACH CANDIDATE UPON REGISTRATION, HOWEVER, THIS LIST SUPERCEDES ANY OTHER WRITTEN LIST. THIS LIST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. IT IS EVERY MEMBERS RESPONSIBILITY AS STIPULATED IN YOUR "WELCOME" EMAIL TO VISIT THIS WEBSITE AND CHECK FOR UPDATES AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK!

1. Obey all organization rules and regulations, both written and/or verbally executed.
2. Obey all private and public institution rules and regulations, both written and/or verbally executed.
3. Insubordination will not be tolerated at any capacity and is grounds for immediate dismissal.
4. Behavior not becoming of a chaplain, including, but not limited to negative and offensive attitudes and actions toward patients, clients, victims, any individual, colleagues, peers, staff and the authorities are grounds for immediate dismissal.
5. Ignorance is not bliss. If you are not certain about something, it is your responsibility to make certain.
6. All signed and completed applications, including, but not limited to, any/all additional documents submitted in person, by mail or electronically are the sole property of US-NYSCTF and will not be returned. In the case of a candidate's or member's resignation or dismissal, all documents shall be destroyed by shredding by US-NYSCTF.
7. Maintain a good testimony.
8. Do not use/carry your credentials if you are being disciplined by your ecclesiastic authority.
9. Notify US-NYSCTF immediately in the event of any infractions of the law.
10. All US-NYSCTF credentials, including shields and vehicle identification placards are the sole property of US-NYSCTF and must therefore be returned to the US-NYSCTF offices at 405 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556 upon dismissal, resignation or expiration of membership.
11. A minimum of one (1) activity report should be turned in every month, unless unforeseen circumstances prevent you from doing so.
12. Your membership may be revoked if you are found guilty of a legal offense.
13. Your membership will be immediately revoked if you knowingly provide false information.
14. ID cards and First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications must be kept up to date.
15. Always identify yourself properly to the authorities when necessary and/or if required of you.
16. Your ID card may be used on its own, however, Shields must be accompanied by your valid ID card at all times.
17. Shields must never be displayed on your vehicle dashboard. Doing so is grounds for immediate dismissal.
18. Lost or stolen I.D. cards, shields and/or vehicle identification placards must be reported to your local Police Department immediately. A copy of the Police Report must be filed with US-NYSCTF as soon as it is obtained.
19. Replacement badges may be licensed from US-NYSCTF for a fee of $200 (fee subject to change without notice).
20. Replacement ID Cards may be obtained from US-NYSCTF for a fee of $35 (fee subject to change without notice).
21. Do not misuse your credentials or misrepresent yourself; this includes 'flashing' your shield at anyone, especially at law enforcement officers.
22. Do not speak on behalf of the organization to media, press, or officials without prior authority.
23. Do not alter, change or replicate your credentials/apparel in any way and/or use expired credentials.
24. Do not use your credentials to obtain favors from anyone, to obtain free public transportation, or to trespass.
25. Annual Membership Dues are $125, which includes a new I.D. card.
26. Dress conservatively when performing your chaplaincy duties.
27. When asked to respond to a call, please notify US-NYSCTF as soon as possible as to whether you can respond or not.
28. Please read and adhere to the back of the vehicle identification placard. Misuse of your Vehicle Identification Placard is grounds for immediate dismissal, and in the least, a one-time warning.
29. US-NYSCTF members should never use lights & sirens in their vehicles unless they are authorized to do so by a police department, fire department and/or ambulance corp., and then not on behalf of US-NYSCTF.
30. Create a conscientious email account and voicemail message.
31. Memorize the US-NYSCTF Creed and Code of Discipline, and become very familiar with the Disaster/Crisis Code of Ethics.
32. Please download/print and become familiar with the US-NYSCTF Policies & Procedures found on our website.
33. DO NOT EVER speak ill of a fellow chaplain or a member of our organization. Any disagreements between members should be brought to a peaceful resolution between the members in disagreement. If mediation is needed, please contact your county supervisor.
34. NO REFUND of tuition after the first day of class!!!

Download Our Policy & Procedure Handbook  

• Report to whoever is in charge within the Institution or Incident Command System.

• Adhere to Institutional or Incident Command System rules & regulations at all times.

• Offer spiritual care through the practice of presence and hospitality.

• Identify and solve immediate concrete problems.

• Meet, accept, and respect persons exactly as they are.

• Encourage individuals to talk about their experiences while remaining an active listener.

• Recognize normal stress reactions and find or make referrals to resources who will address the immediate problems.

• Do no harm—never evangelize, proselytize, or exploit a vulnerable person reacting to a traumatic event.

• Protect Confidentiality.

• Respect social diversity and cross-cultural settings.

• Function at levels appropriate to your training and educational background.

• Help the individual to understand and normalize what has happened.

• Know the available resources and assistance and mental health referral protocols.

• Follow-up, especially with anniversaries and other important dates, if deemed necessary.