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Even before you recruit volunteers you need to identify risks and write policies and procedures to guide the volunteer and reduce the likelihood of problems. Volunteer position descriptions are a great way to let the organization express the kind of qualities they are looking for, as well as giving the volunteer a chance to evaluate the job and organization.

Articles about developing position description / volunteer policies:

"Benefits of Policies" By Linda L. Graff

http://www.energizeinc.com/art/abyd.html

Screen / Interview your volunteers
Interviewing and Screening volunteers not only protects your organization it is also a way to increase the efficiency of placement.

Orientation/Training of Volunteers/Supervision
Make sure the staff and new volunteers understand the duties, rules, and policies to avoid any miscommunications. Additionally, train your staff in Risk preparedness.

Energize: Volunteer Training
http://www.energizeinc.com/art/subj/train.html

Always, review to ensure the programs and training are working. Continually update training to include new or reoccurring problems that are found within the organization.

Final Note: Know your policies & the law:

The Volunteer Protection Act (Public Law 105-19)
Volunteer Protection Acts and Good Samaritan Laws Fact Sheet

NC Article 43B Volunteer Immunity
https://www.ncleg.gov/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/PDF/ByArticle/Chapter_1/Article_43B.pdf

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