These notes were taken at the March Roundtable and were written by individuals at each table. If you attended the roundtable and can fill in the gaps on what was talked about, please add your comments to this thread. If you were not present, but have comments or questions regarding Orientation and Training of volunteer leaders, please add your comments to this thread as well.
NOTES:
Provide broad overview
Ownership in planning phase
Provide volunteer training
Awareness of overall vision
Let volunteers help run training for new volunteers
Interviews – Ask how they like to be recognized (simple thank you!)
Interviews – Ask the best way to communicate (emails or text messages)
Provide timelines
Define role
Structured attainable environment
Detailed specific job descriptions, contracts
Outline duties
Find a mentor
Deadlines and action plan
Conduct volunteer orientation and training
Set your volunteers up for success! Do they have all the tools & knowledge they need?
Clear understanding of expectations between volunteers and staff
Team member
Treat everyone like they could be a leader
Enact a “take your volunteer to work day” and show them the ropes of what you do, thereby empowering them to take ownership of what they are about to embark in … =)
Train volunteers to do what you do
Ensure leaders have tools & resources
Clearly defined tasks
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