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.