It is Your Right:
- To receive the orientation, training and supervision necessary to do the job
- To feel that your efforts have real purpose and contribute to the organization’s mission
- To receive feedback and evaluation on the work that you perform
- To be treated with respect and as an equal partner within the organization
- To be trusted with confidential information necessary to carry out your assignment
- To be kept informed on relevant matters within the organization you work with
- To expect that your time will not be wasted by poor planning or coordination by the organization
- To be covered under the organization’s liability policy for volunteers in the event of an accident
It is Your Responsibility:
- Not to take on more responsibility than you can handle
- To meet time commitments or to provide appropriate notice so alternative arrangements can be made
- To perform the tasks assigned to you to the best of your ability
- To provide input on ways your tasks might be better performed
- To follow organizational policies and procedures
- To respect those confidences entrusted to you
- To be open-minded and respectful towards opinions shared with you
- To notify the organization in advance of absences or schedule changes that may affect them