Flexibility has been built into volunteer positions as a means of accommodating different skills and schedules. People in the parish understand the specific need for volunteering and are eager to support the effort. There is a screening and selection process in place to aid in matching new volunteers with appropriate positions. Positive volunteer relationships are nurtured and problems are dealt with quickly. There is a clear leader within the parish that is seen as having the responsibility for coordinating and staffing volunteer programs.
Supervision is provided to all volunteers to provide support, communication, and accountability.
The work of volunteers and the impact of their activities are evaluated on a regular basis. Volunteers receive formal and informal recognition for their contributions. Records are kept of what volunteers are doing, and results are reported and shared with the volunteers, staff and parish. The parish regularly seeks input from volunteers. There is a clear vision for the potential of volunteers within the parish.