Some responsibilities include:

• Choosing an organization you respect and support and being sincere in your offer of service.
• Accepting a volunteer position you believe in and feel will meet your skills, interests, and available time.
• Understanding and following the agency's designated policies and procedures.
• Acknowledging the need for training and participating fully within the organization.
• Consult with a coordinator when unclear on policy or action and provide constructive crtiticism to improve effectiveness.
• Working as a team member with other volunteers and paid staff.
• Keep abreast of organizational changes.
• Acting with discretion concerning any information that is obtained, either from the agency or the client(s) with whom you are working. Respect confidentiality.
• Refuse gifts and/or tips from recipients of service.
• Keeping track of your volunteer hours and obtaining necessary verification signatures.

Your rights include:

• Being properly interviewed, selected and provided with a job description.
• A position that is worthwhile, challenging, will promote learning and growth.
• Receiving orientation and training to fulfill your volunteer duties.
• Being given appropriate direction from your supervisor, or from someone who can provide you with reliable guidance.
• Being treated as non-paid staff, given appropriate recognition, with respect, consideration and trust within the organization.
• Having a safe working environment.
• Be kept informed on what is happening in the organization.
• Receiving reimbursement for out of pocket expenses on behalf of the organization whenever possible.
• Be trusted with necessary confidential information.
• Being recognized for the work undertaken by you as a volunteer.