Feel welcomed
Have a clear understanding and expectations of your role and responsibilities — found in a volunteer position description of your role, ask for one if you don’t get one
Have an orientation to the organization, their policies, and to your specific role
Receive training(s) as needed to perform your role
Know the organization’s COVID protocols and other health and safety issues
Feel like your contributions are worthwhile (if not, talk about it with your supervisor)
Be respected, valued and recognized for your contributions
Get introductions to anyone you’ll spend time with
Receive special accommodation for any accessibility needs you may have*
Feel you are making a good use of your valued time
Be able to ask questions and talk about things that are important to you
Know who you can go to for information or questions
Be equipped with the resources and tools needed to perform your role
Be supported as you need to be
Feel safe to wear a face mask or perform your duties where you feel comfortable
Get clear, consistent and ongoing communication
Feel you are a part of a team (if your role is more behind-the-scenes then a feeling you are part of the bigger picture and purpose of the organization)
Be invited to meetings in relation to your role and responsibilities
Be provided with a secure location to store your personal effects
Have scheduling flexibility (e.g., if you need to skip a shift or two for whatever reason)
Be alerted if there will be a change to your schedule (e.g., due to inclement weather)
Be reimbursed for any volunteer-related expenses incurred for the organization (be sure to get permission first before spending any money related to your role, however)
Receive feedback and feel comfortable to ask for reviews or evaluations of you work
Receive appreciation for your contributions
