Computerbank Volunteer Policy

Date Created: November 1999. Date Revised: July 2002. Minor *proposed* revision made on 24/02/05 by Kylie Davies. Author: Kylie Davies.

Philosophy on Volunteering

Computerbank believes that volunteering within the organisation should:

• provide people with a way to be involved in making a contribution to the well-being and opportunites of disadvantaged communities
• provide people with opportunities to participate in the building process of Computerbank
• provide people with the opportunity to enhance existing skills and knowledge, gain confidence and experience, and explore work and career options
• provide people with opportunites to have contact with other people and to be actively involved in the community

Volunteers Rights

Volunteers at Computerbank have the right to:

• know as much about the organisation as possible
• receive training for the job
• receive sound guidance and direction
• participate across all facets of the organisation
• be heard and consulted
• work in a safe and supportive environment
• be reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses
• have their contributions recognised and respected.

Volunteers Responsibilities

Volunteers at Computerbank are expected to:

• make realistic commitments, in terms of both time and areas of involvement, and the organisation will expect these commitments to be filled
• keep all details of recipients confidential and private unless prior consent has been obtained from the recipient and the Coordinator
• value and support all recipients, other volunteers, and others in a way that is non-judgemental and non-discriminatory
• follow any policies, procedures and occupational safety guidelines that are in place (<-added on 24/02/05 - because this should be in here!)