Or. Admin. R. 415-057-0140

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 8, August 1, 2024

Section 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.

Or. Admin. R. 415-057-0140

ADS 2-2010, f. & cert. ef. 5-6-10

Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042, 409.410 & 409.420

Stats. Implemented: ORS 430.240 - 430.640, 430.850 - 430.955, 813.010 - 813.052 & 813.200 - 813.270