OAR 415-057-0140
Use of Volunteers

Volunteers may provide only non-clinical services unless the individual has the required credentials to provide a clinical service. A Program utilizing volunteers will have the following:

(1)

A written policy regarding volunteers that includes:

(a)

Specific responsibilities and tasks of volunteers, based on their credentials;

(b)

Procedures and criteria used in selecting volunteers, including sobriety requirements for individuals recovering from substance related disorders consistent with DOC policy;

(c)

Specific accountability and reporting requirements of volunteers; and

(d)

Specific procedure for reviewing the performance of volunteers and providing direct feedback to them by a supervisor.

(2)

Volunteers will complete an orientation and training program specific to their responsibilities before they participate in program assignments. The orientation and training for volunteers will:

(a)

Include a thorough review of the program’s philosophical approach to treatment;

(b)

Include information on clients’ rights including confidentiality regulations;

(c)

Explain procedures for reviewing performance and providing feedback to volunteers;

(d)

Explain procedure for discontinuing a volunteer’s participation; and

(e)

Document each volunteer’s completion of orientation in program records.

Source: Rule 415-057-0140 — Use of Volunteers, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=415-057-0140 (accessed May 26, 2025).

May 26, 2025

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