Caps form colorado 2025

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The document outlines the process for obtaining written authorization to request a Colorado Adult Protective Services (APS) data system check (CAPS) for prospective or current employees providing direct care to at-risk adults. It details the requirements set by Colorado law, including the necessity of checking for any substantiated cases of abuse or neglect. The document includes sections for employer and employee information, as well as consent for background checks and consumer reports, while also providing rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the CAPS Form Colorado in the editor.
Begin by filling out the 'Employer Information' section. Enter the employer's name and CAPS Check Employer ID number.
Next, complete the 'Requestor Information' section. Provide your name, title, phone number, extension, and email address.
In the 'Applicant/Employee Information' section, input the applicant's first name, middle name, last name, date of birth, and last four digits of their SSN. Include any maiden names or aliases.
Select the gender and race/ethnicity from the provided options. Fill in contact numbers and email addresses as required.
Document residential history for the past five years. If necessary, attach additional sheets for previous addresses.
Finally, ensure all information is accurate before signing and dating at the bottom of the form to authorize the CAPS check.

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What is a caps check in Colorado?

A CAPS Check is a type of background check. Colorado law requires certain agencies to request a check of the Adult Protective Services (APS) data system (called CAPS) to determine if certain individuals have been substantiated in an APS investigation of mistreatment of an at-risk adult.

How long does it take for a background check in Colorado?

The background check takes about 20 minutes.

What is your boss not allowed to do in Colorado?

Colorado employee rights protect workers from mistreatment and unreasonable safety risks. Even though Colorado is an at-will employment state, there are still many protections for workers. An employer may not discriminate or harass employees on the basis of gender, disability, age, race, or whether you have children.

What is the new background check law in Colorado?

Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act This law became effective on Dec. 20, 2021. Under the law, federal employers and contractors are prohibited from asking about criminal history information on job applications. They also cant conduct criminal background checks until they have made conditional employment offers.

What does a Colorado background check include?

About Background Checks Colorado applicants are required to participate in a criminal background check, a child abuse and neglect records check as well, previous state(s) of residence, state criminal history check, state sex offender registry check, and state child abuse and neglect check.