Policy Statement

An application form shall be completed by each prospective volunteer or individual representing a group or organization.

Policy Interpretation and Implementation

1. All prospective volunteers shall be asked to complete a volunteer application form.

2. Reference checks shall be made, where appropriate, prior to the individual’s first scheduled day to begin his/her assignment. The reference check shall be completed by the Director of Volunteers.

3. Volunteer applicants are required to undergo the same routine screening for communicable diseases as employee applicants. Volunteer applicants for a healthcare facility are required to undergo the same routine background screenings as facility employees, e.g. Criminal Caregiver Screening History.

4. The completed and signed application shall be retained in the individual’s volunteer file for future reference. This file is to remain confidential.

References

OBRA Regulatory

Reference Numbers

483.13(b)

F223

Volunteer Application (form) (Appendix C)

Policy Revised