New Volunteer Information

Volunteer Registration

Please complete the form below:
Volunteers must be 14 or over.

Safety Checking to be completed for all Volunteers 14 or over in all RDA roles.

Both parties to retain a copy of this agreement
Name*

First NameLast Name
Birthdate

DayMonthYear
Date
E-mail*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Briefly discuss your experience with horses. If none, simply put none!
Rate your comfort working with people*
Helping at RDA
What are you interested in helping with?*

Assisting with our riding sessions and working with clients.Assisting with horse care: paddock maintence , cleaning waters feeding horses and ruggingFundraising / behind the scenesOdd jobs around the facility : Lawns, weeding, general cleaning etcOther
What day/times suit you best to help RDA?*
Do you have transportation or means to get to RDA? Please be aware bus fare is about $9/round trip from North Dunedin.*

YesNo
Anything else we should know?
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The RDA Group is a Member of New Zealand Riding for the Disabled Association Incorporated (NZRDA) and as such has agreed to be bound by NZRDA standards. NZRDA provides operational standards, certification, learning, administration and support services (referred to as “Services” below) for all RDA Groups in New Zealand.
There is a link to the police vetting form on the volunteer page. Please download and email this form along with a copy of your photo ID to {office@rdadunedin.org}
Indicate Completion:*

Yes, I have emailed the police form AND a copy of two forms of ID
Please read the Volunteer Handbook, Volunteer Job Description and the 'Behaviours to support our values' documents on our volunteer page; www.rdadunedin.org/volunteer-with-us
Indicate Understanding:*

Yes, I have read and understand the volunteer handbook and agree to fulfil the roles and responsibilities included in it and in my job descriptionNo, I need assistance and/or have questions about aspects of the Volunteer Handbook
Publicity Agreement

I consent to any photographs and video of me being used for RDA promotions and understand that this may continue using material already produced or released even after I cease working with RDA. .
Indicate Understanding:*

Yes, I agree to the above publicity agreementNo, I do not agree to the above publicity agreement
Newsletter

I would like to receive email newsletters from NZRDAI would NOT like to receive newsletters from NZRDA
Fundraising and Marketing

I may be contacted as part of a NZRDA direct marketing campaign.I may NOT be contacted as part of a NZRDA direct marketing campaign.
Referee Details

Please provide details of one referee that DRDA can contact.
Name

First NameLast Name
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Email
example@example.com
Relation to Volunteer
In Case of Emergency Details

Please note individuals under 16 must be supervised by a parent or guardian onsite during volunteer work unless arrangements have been made with RDA staff to complete this supervision.
Emergency Contact

First NameLast Name
Emergency Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Relation to volunteer
Any allergies, medical concerns, reactions, etc.
Please read the following Volunteer Policy carefully:

Voluntary role:
- I have read and understood the Volunteer Handbook (pre-start extract) and agree to fulfil the roles and responsibilities included in it and those in my job description as attached. I acknowledge that this is not paid employment.
Personal Information:

I consent to my personal information being collected by the RDA Group.

I consent to the RDA Group sharing personal information about me with NZRDA where that is necessary for NZRDA to provide the RDA Group with Services.

I understand that the RDA Group and NZRDA will only use my personal information for providing Services, developing RDA training material and reporting statistical information about RDA locally and in New Zealand unless I give my specific permission for other uses in this agreement. I understand that any such training material and statistical information will not identify me personally.

I understand that the RDA Group and NZRDA will each ensure that all personal information about me is stored either in locked cabinets or in secure password-protected databases managed by the RDA Group and/or NZRDA.

I understand that I have the right to ask for a copy of any personal information the RDA Group or NZRDA holds about me, and to ask for it to be corrected if it is wrong. I can do this by contacting the RDA Group or NZRDA (admin@rda.org.nz, 0800 469732, PO Box 58110, Whitby Porirua 5245)

Learning:
- I acknowledge my responsibility to participate in training to fulfil the role to the best of my ability.
Health & Safety:
- I acknowledge my responsibility to take care of myself and others to ensure no harm and that if I am unsafe around the Riders or horses I will not be able to voI have read and understood the Volunteer Handbook (pre-start extract) and agree to fulfil the roles and responsibilities included in it and those in my job description as attached. I acknowledge that this is not paid employment.volunteer at RDA.
  
  I understand that I must not administer any medication or attend to intimate personal care needs of riders.
Policy and Procedure:
- I agree to follow RDA policies and procedures and to follow the instructions of the person in charge.
Confidentiality:
- I agree not to discuss Riders' names, diagnosis or behaviour with anyone outside of RDA or in a place where I may be overheard either during or at any time after my involvement with RDA.
- I also agree not to discuss any other RDA business in the same way.
Suitability:
- I understand that Riders who come to RDA can be especially vulnerable to harm. I do not know of any reason why I would not be acceptable to RDA as a Volunteer working with Riders.
Performance:
- I understand the important nature of the role I am being asked to perform and that Volunteers who do not follow the values and procedures of RDA and/or fail to satisfactorily perform my voluntary role, may be asked to participate in a performance improvement process. Depending on the results of this engagement, as a last resort, dismissal may be the outcome.
Safety Checking:
- I consent to undergo a Police Vetting Report and for RDA to make any checks necessary into my background to determine suitability under the Vulnerable Children’s Act.
Privacy:
- I understand that I have the right to ask for a copy of any personal information the RDA Group or the NZRDA holds about me, and to ask for it to be corrected if it is wrong. To ask for a copy of information, or to have it corrected, contact admin@rda.org.nz, or 0800 469732, or PO Box 58110, Whitby Porirua 5245.
Please select if you understand:

I understand the policy above and my obligations as a volunteer for Dunedin RDAI understand that if there is a violation to any of the above conditions I may be asked to no longer be a volunteer
Behaviour to Support our Values

Safety

Remember that the safety and welfare of riders is paramount
Always work in the open with children and vulnerable people
Ensure that parents and caregivers are available to support riders with personal care needs
Keep yourself safe around horses, do not be complacent
Keep a professional distance between you and riders and their whanau
Follow all H&S processes and procedures

Teamwork

Set an example you want others to follow
Support your colleagues to get the job done
Listen to the opinions of others and be respectful in your replies
Remember that everyone is entitled to their opinion – even when you don’t agree
Respect the roles that other people do at RDA
Be prepared to address disagreements with maturity and professionalism

Respect

Treat everyone equally with respect and dignity
Take care when manually handling or assisting riders
Don’t make assumptions about the ability of riders – ask
Use appropriate language at all times – with riders and colleagues
Remember you are in a position of power – be mindful of the effect of this and never abuse it
Never humiliate, embarrass or undermine anyone

Quality

Pass on any concerns to the Duty Coach/Manager
Be open to feedback on your own performance
Complete all reporting as soon as possible
Listen to the requirements of the day from the Duty Coach/Manager
Understand the key operating policies
Do the best job that you can do every day

Enjoyment

Motivate riders to enjoy their sessions
Always give a positive welcome to riders and whanau
Give positive feedback and encouragement to riders
Don’t single people out for praise, treat everyone the same
Share your enjoyment of the horses with riders and whanau
Celebrate successes – however small

Empathy

Make sure that you understand the needs of the riders you are working with
Don’t do something for a rider that they can do for themselves
Encourage riders to participate, but don’t force them if they don’t want to
If you feel out of your depth, seek advice from the Duty Coach/Manager
Remember that you are only part of the rider’s support – it doesn’t all fall on you
Don’t forget that other people at RDA have bad days, support your colleagues with kindness
Agreement to above values from NZRDA

Yes I agree to the above behaviors to support NZRDA valuesNo I DON'T agree to the above behaviors to support NZRDA values
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THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR TAKING THE TIME TO FILL OUT THIS FORM. DRDA WILL BE IN CONTACT WITH YOU SHORTLY. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING YOU BE PART OF THE DUNEDIN RDA TEAM!
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Volunteer Registration

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Publicity Agreement