Below you will find the list of requirements for completing the application process.

Step 1

Online Application Form

  • If you haven’t served with L’Arcada in the past, please make sure to mark that you are a NEW APPLICANT.

Step 2

Child Safety Training

  • Within a few days of completing the Online Form, you will receive a link from Mobilize My Ministry to complete the necessary online training.
  • Please also check your spam/junk folder if you do not see it in your email inbox.

Step 3

Background Check

  • US Citizens (Click Here)
    • This online service is for US citizens, ages 18 and over. The cost is $27, payable by credit/debit card.
  • UK Citizens
    • If you have a DBS that is valid within 12 months of your project, you can forward the verification to your team leader.
    • If you do not have a valid DBS, this is the online service for UK citizens, ages 18 and over. The cost is £25, payable by credit/debit card.
    • NOTE: Please email shorttermvolunteers@gemission.org to be connected to the GEM UK office to access this service.
  • Canadian Citizens will be contacted by GEM staff after the Online Form is submitted.
  • For those from another country, please check online to find out about background check options available for your country.
  • If the church or organization you are serving through will be providing confirmation of completed background checks, use this link for the required form for each team.

Step 4

Emergency Medical/Evacuation/Repatriation Insurance

  • Every team member must have proper medical insurance coverage. Please click here for details about the options for obtaining insurance for your project.

Thank you for your willingness to serve!