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Why Volunteer

Renata Lehmann – Managermanager@volunteeringhb.org.nz

833 6691, 62 Raffles Stwww.volunteeringhb.org.nz

www.voluntunteeringhb.org.nz/facebook

What do we do?

Our Purpose

Promote, recruit,

educate and support volunteers

What do we do?

Provide professional volunteer services, training, support and

consultative services to member organisations

What do we do?

Advocate for the rights and responsibilities of

volunteers and recognition of what they

do

What do we do?

Raise the awareness of volunteers and promote

volunteering as a worthwhile way of contributing to the

wellbeing of the community

What do we do?

Encourage people to increase their participation in community life through volunteering

Why Volunteer

Government Statement on Volunteering

Is undertaken for the common good Is unpaid Is undertaken of one’s free will

Does not replace paid staff Works across all cultures Benefits the individual, the service and the wider community

Why Volunteer

Why do people volunteer? 

Why Volunteer

O Meet peopleO Gain work experienceO Improve your language skillsO Have funO Develop new and existing skillsO Make a valuable contribution to your communityO Volunteering is one of the ways in which people of all

abilities and backgrounds can contribute to positive change

Why Volunteer

   Things to think about

Philosophy and profile of the group or organisation

Does it fit for you? Do you feel comfortable with the work the organisation does? Is it consistent with

your own values?

Why Volunteer

Tasks – Role DescriptionCan you easily do the tasks? Will you get satisfaction,

enjoyment out of it? Is there anything I will need to do the tasks? Who will

provide it?What materials, equipment will be needed or special

area, space?

Why Volunteer

Time commitmentDoes that fit with my lifestyle? Are those day(s)/time

free for me? Where will the task be performed

Is it close to home? How will I get there? Will I be sharing/working alongside someone else ?

Why Volunteer

Is travel reimbursed? Who will I be working with?

Will I be on my own? Do I need social interaction with others?

Who do I report to?  

Why VolunteerWhat to expect? Application Form to completeName, address, phone, previous work, any volunteer experience,

areas of interest and expertise, availability, driver’s licence, first aid training, previous convictions, referees, emergency contact, special requirements. Some may ask for c.v.

InterviewAt the organisation, allow half to three quarters of an hour,Ask QuestionsCheck out information on completed application form,similar to job interview

Why Volunteer

Police checkMay be required to complete a form OrientationUsually 2 hours before you begin Training and Supervision

Appreciation

Why Volunteer

Health and Safety

It is a fundamental requirement of the organisation to provide and maintain a healthy and safe place to work, and to protect its employees/volunteers from

injury and its property from accidental damage.

Why Volunteer

Volunteer Responsibilities

Volunteers have the responsibility to: Make an informed decision to work as a volunteer With the organisation Undertake work orientation and training as required Work within the job description on tasks suitable to their skills

and experience. Behave in an ethical manner.

Why Volunteer

   cont… Keep your organisation’s client matters confidential Be committed to your organisation’s aims and objectives. Inform your organisation when unable to undertake or

complete an assignment Use appropriate channels of communication within your

organisation when needing information, support, back up, supervision or review.

Why Volunteer

Volunteer Rights

To be treated as a co-worker with staff and other volunteers To be assigned work that is meaningful To receive appropriate orientation, training, support and

supervision To be kept informed your organisation’s policies and services To have a clear job description Be reimbursed for out of pocket expenses, providing prior

approval

What can you do?

Why Volunteer

CATEGORIES Accounts/Finance Administration After School Care Animals Art/Craft Board Members Communication Counselling Drivers Education Environment Events Gardening Health Services Holiday Programmes

IT support: website, Facebook, Computer Literacy

Mentoring/Friend Older people Support One – off projects Ops hop/ Second Hand Shops Practical Help Project Management Recreation Retail Special Needs Sport Street Collections Youth

Why Volunteer

Be The Change You Want To See