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Be a "Big"
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS VOLUNTEER PROCESSING STEPS *
1. APPLICATION Take time to carefully complete the application. Read the paragraphs on the back and sign and print your name on the bottom of the last page. Return the application to us in the enclosed envelope, or via e-mail. An application which has been e-mailed will be signed by you as a volunteer at the interview.
2. INTERVIEW The interview will be scheduled with you as soon as possible. This interview will include a brief orientation, signing of police check consents, the interview. The interview, usually completed at the most convenient location for the volunteer, will last about 1 ½ hours. We also ask that you supply us with your driver’s license and proof of auto insurance which meets State minimum requirements.
3. NOTIFICATION OF DECISION ON INVOLVEMENT When the screening process is completed, you will be notified in a letter or by phone of the decision regarding your involvement with the agency. Agency policy prohibits the disclosure of information related to this decision.
5. MATCHING Once a volunteer is approved the Enrollment Team arranges a match. A match meeting may occur at the youth's home, in our office, or other appropriate place determined by Enrollment. The purpose of the match meeting is to introduce the volunteer, youth, and youth’s family.
6. CASE MANAGEMENT FOLLOW-UP Throughout your involvement in our program, the Match Support Team will be in touch on a regular basis. Most of the contact will be by phone with periodic in-person contacts. Match Support offers professional support to matches and families. First Friends volunteers will stay in contact with the First Friends Coordinator for any additional training and follow up. Match Support will alternate follow-up with Big Couple volunteers.
7. TRAINING Volunteers are asked to attend a training session within 6 months of their match. Training will be offered quarterly or as needed, and will cover areas that you feel would be beneficial.
*THESE STEPS MAY VARY DEPENDING ON PROGRAM OPTION SELECTED *PROCESSING OF YOUR VOLUNTEER FILE WILL TAKE 4 – 6 WEEKS Volunteer Processing Steps Rvs. 4/13/04
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Single or married,
parent or grandparent, if you are eighteen or older, you may qualify for
one of our
programs. You don't have to be
wealthy. You are not expected
to spend a lot of money on entertainment. It is expected that you will
have the dedication to form a lasting
relationship. Our volunteers have one thing in
common; the willingness to help kids through understanding and
commitment. Contact our office for more information, or submit your
confidential
volunteer application to us
directly via the internet today.