In 2018 the Australian Crime Commission Regulations 2018 reported: “The police history checking service plays an important role in ensuring that bodies such as charities, educational institutions, government agencies, and healthcare providers can ensure as far as possible that they do not employ or confer any benefits on unsuitable applicants.”
Background screening for organisations engaging with the vulnerable populations such as children and the elderly are obviously important, but does this mean that the rest aren’t vulnerable to fraud, theft, or other types of malicious attacks? It’s simply not the case. In fact, this thinking only makes companies and other organisations more vulnerable due to a lack of safeguarding.
Australian HR professionals know that streamlined background checks aren’t just a “recommendation” or “nice to have,” but an essential component of the hiring process if their organisation is to stay safe.
In this blog post, we discuss the various types of background checks Australian employers should adopt. After all, there are different types of background checks available for both companies and individuals, and the nature of the role you’re hiring for plays a role in what you choose.
Different Types of Background Checks in Australia
Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
Also known as an NCCHC, but more commonly referred to locally as a “police check,” this criminal background screening service is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) along with Australian police agencies and other accredited bodies. It’s akin to a criminal record check in North America.
Credit Reports
This check involves looking at the credit history of the individual and his current credit score as a basis for his financial responsibility and integrity that is essential to know before hiring for job designations that require higher levels of responsibility and financial management. This is something that Certn helps businesses run on relevant hires.
Credential Verification
Not only will this back-up an applicant’s integrity when it comes to providing his personal information, but a credential verification, also called a qualificaiton check, will validate that the candidate is equipped with the skill sets required for his potential position. This check includes educational attainment and employment history.
Reference Check
In addition to a credential verification, an HR specialist can also include a reference check. This is a screening process where the candidate connects you to members of his professional network to verify past work performance, personality, and soft skills that can’t otherwise be confirmed through a criminal history report or academic qualifications screening.
Public Records Check
This can be done by an HR specialist or through a third party background screening vendor like Certn. A public records check, or adverse media screening, is an online search of a candidate. This can include (but isn’t limited to) the candidate’s public social media posts and other online references in his public network.
Motor Vehicle History
This is critical for positions that require driving skills and access to different types of vehicles to ensure vehicle responsibility and prevent injury, accidents, and damage to property.
ID Verification
This is Certn’s very own instant ID verification that seeks to establish the real identity of candidates by verifying their government-issued IDs. Our technology uses the most advanced character recognition technology to prevent fraud and identity theft.
Streamlined Background Checks for Everyone!
You’ll be pleased to learn that 80% of our background check services can be completed on a smartphone. No downloads required. Your candidates can use our user-friendly platform from any digital device to give their consent to screenming.
Lastly, you have two choices. You can opt for a white-labeled platform to be designed specifically to display your company’s unique brand or you can integrate Certn into your existing HR platform or application with our ridiculously easy API documentation. The experience matters when you use Certn.
Either way, you’ll enjoy our lightning fast services with ease and confidence.
