OAR 415-050-0065
Use of Volunteers

Each Program utilizing volunteers must have the following standards for volunteers:

(1)

A written policy regarding the use of volunteers that must include:

(a)

Philosophy, goals, and objectives of the volunteer program;

(b)

Specific responsibilities and tasks of volunteers;

(c)

Procedures and criteria used in selecting volunteers, including sobriety requirements for individuals recovering from a substance use disorder;

(d)

Terms of service of volunteers;

(e)

Specific accountability and reporting requirements of volunteers;

(f)

Specific procedure for reviewing the performance of volunteers and providing direct feedback to them; and

(g)

Specific procedure for discontinuing a volunteer’s participation in the program.

(2)

There must be documentation that volunteers complete an orientation and training program specific to their responsibilities before they participate in assignments. The orientation and training for volunteers must:

(a)

Include a thorough review of the Program’s philosophical approach to stabilization;

(b)

Include information on confidentiality regulations and individual’s rights;

(c)

Specify how volunteers are to respond to and follow procedures for unusual incidents;

(d)

Explain the Program’s channels of communication and reporting requirements and the accountability requirements for volunteers;

(e)

Explain the procedure for reviewing the volunteer’s performance and providing feedback to the volunteer; and

(f)

Explain the procedure for discontinuing a volunteer’s participation.

Source: Rule 415-050-0065 — Use of Volunteers, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=415-050-0065.

Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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