Volunteers Rights and Responsibilities
Skills of Central PA, Inc. believes that our relationship with our volunteers is one of mutual responsibility and commitment. Our volunteers have both rights and responsibilities. We hope that volunteers will enjoy their involvement with Skills of Central PA, Inc.
Volunteers have the right to:
- know what is expected of them and be given clear information
- have clearly specified lines of support and supervision
- be given respect, confidentiality and privacy
- be shown appreciation
- have safe working conditions
- know what their rights and responsibilities are
- be free from discrimination
- experience personal development through their participation as volunteers
- ask for a reference
- be consulted on decisions that affect what they do
- withdraw from voluntary work
Volunteers have the responsibility to:
- carry out their tasks in a way which corresponds with the values of Skills of Central PA, Inc.
- volunteers within agreed guidelines
- respect confidentiality
- respect the Individuals we support, other volunteers, and employees
- respect the human rights of others
- carry out their tasks with regard to the health and safety of others
- attend training sessions when appropriate
