Induction - the initial session or
meeting
It is essential that volunteers attend an
induction session. Information needs to be exchanged so that
expectations are clear to both parties.
The organisation should give information on:
Organisation, aims & objectives
The role of volunteers
Importance of confidentiality and privacy
Rights & responsibilities of volunteers
Emergency and safety essentials
Amenities
Methods of communication
Information required from prospective
volunteers:
Personal details
Reasons for volunteering
List of existing skills
Referees
Information to give and receive
Registration Forms
Include reasons for volunteering,
expectations, existing skills. Need 2 or 3 referees, to be followed
up.
participant_record.doc [12kb]
volunteer_registration.doc [48kb]
questions_referees.doc
[12kb]
Role and structure of organization
Including role of key staff members.
purpose_organisation.doc
[43kb]
Grievance procedure, privacy policy
Information and discussion, where to locate
policies.
Volunteer policy, rights & responsibilities
Give volunteer copy and discuss fully.
volunteer_policy.doc
[13kb]
rights_responsibilities.doc [14kb]
Code of confidentiality
Read and discuss to ensure understanding
before signing.
code_ethics.doc
[13kb]
Description of the volunteer role
Discuss and include job description/s if
available
position_description.doc
[34kb]
Invitation to attend induction
session:
invitation_induction.doc [59kb]
Check list for Induction Session:
induction_checklist.doc
[13kb] |