At the time of acceptance the volunteer shall complete all necessary enrolment paperwork and shall receive a copy of their job description and agreement of service with the agency. Volunteers will receive an orientation to the organization and its mission, all pertinent safety procedures and policies, and to the work satisfying to them. Volunteers have the right to be fully prepared to perform their duties as assigned. NCF has the responsibility to provide the necessary training for volunteer performance. Volunteers are eligible for pre-approved reimbursement of expenses incurred while fulfilling assigned duties.
Volunteers are to be treated as equals to the paid staff in terms of respect and dignity.
They are to be valued for their input and called upon for their opinions. Volunteers have the ability to effect change in the program through their suggestions and input. Volunteers have the right to have access to all information relevant to and necessary for the satisfactory performance of their assignments. Volunteers may be required to sign a confidentiality agreement and compliance with that agreement is a condition of their participation in the program. While on assignment for the organization, volunteers will not represent themselves as other than a volunteer with the organization.