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Bruce House's opened its doors in 1988, volunteers have
been the cornerstone of our agency. We would not exist
without the generosity, commitment, talent and enthusiasm
of our volunteers. Our programs and services for people
living with HIV/AIDS are dependent on our volunteers
who help in the provision of direct services to our
clients, help raise money to provide those services
and help govern and guide Bruce House through our Board
of Directors and our various committees. Our volunteers
contribute in many different ways to make Bruce House
truly “more than a house”.
Our need for volunteers continue to grow as the need
for our services continue to grow and as we adapt our
services to meet the changing needs of people living
with HIV/AIDS. Our range of volunteer opportunities
offers you the chance to work with us in many different
and rewarding ways.
The commitment of our amazing group of volunteers is
at the core of who we are and what we are able to accomplish.
To
all of you, THANK YOU!
Rights
and Responsibilities
Understanding your rights and responsibilities
is integral to a rewarding volunteer experience in any
organization. Rights and responsibilities are understandings/agreements
between an organization and volunteer; basically a list
of expectations between the volunteers and the organization
to provide a high quality of service. The following
are the fundamental rights, responsibilities and rewards
of volunteering for Bruce House.
Volunteers
have a right to...
· Orientation, and ongoing training
and information sessions
· Receive support and encouragement from your
supervisor
· Be treated as a non-paid staff member given
appropriate recognition and respect
· Be kept informed on what is happening within
the organization
· Be trusted with necessary confidential information
· Expect that your tasks have been planned
· A position that is worthwhile and challenging
and that will provide learning and growth
· Express your opinions, concerns and frustrations
Volunteers
are responsible to...
· Acknowledge the need for training and to make
yourself available for training sessions
· Consult with your supervisor when you are unclear
of policy or action, and provide constructive feedback
that will improve effectiveness
· Work as a team member and to stay within the
boundaries of the volunteer position
· Keep abreast of organizational changes
· Respect the confidentiality of your work environment
· Respect others at all times
· Notify your supervisor if you are unable to
report for your shift
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