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Our Policy
It is the policy of this organization to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual preference, age, or disability.
Thank you for completing this application form and for your interest in volunteering with us.

VOLUNTEER RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, AND INDEMNBITY AGREEMENT

Volunteer understands that this is a release of volunteer’s right to sue.

The Parrot Outreach Society adoption center is a section of a building located on private property owned by TYRA Properties, LLC. The location of the property is 1105 Taylor Rd., Unit A, Punta Gorda, Florida. The purpose of the adoption center is to house displace pet birds and/or wild parrots until that can be adopted out to a suitable individual and home.

The Parrot Outreach Society is a 501c3 non-profit organization that provides equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual preference, age, or disability. This non-profit organization is concerned with many aspects of avian welfare, including, but not limited to, rescuing lost birds, and providing shelter for birds removed from dangerous situations. Volunteer activities can include but are not limited to, interacting with birds in the adoption center, cleaning, and servicing bird cages, cleaning the adoption center and retail items.

I hereby request to volunteer my services in the adoption center, or in another capacity to assist with the rescue efforts of the Parrot Outreach Society Inc. I fully understand and agree that I am providing my services in a volunteer capacity without any expressed or implied promise of compensation. I agree to perform my volunteer duties to the best of my ability and to abide by the Policies and Procedures provided to me. I will abide by all safety instructions and information provided to me. I have no known physical or mental condition that would impair my capability to participate fully, as intended or expected of me.

I recognize that working with birds places me at physical risk, and I agree to assume that risk. I further understand that the behavior of birds in unpredictable and that birds can spread disease and/or inflict serious personal injury or death, as well as extensive property damage. Please Note: If you have a pre-existing respiratory illness/disease, blood disorder, and/or are taking blood thinners you should check with your physician before volunteering. Knowing the risks of handling birds; nevertheless, I hereby agree to assume those risks and to release, indemnify and hold harmless Parrot Outreach Society, its Board of Directors, their heirs, executors, administrators, successors, beneficiaries, affiliates, and assigns and the Parrot Outreach Society Inc., its officers, agents, members, and officials who might otherwise be liable to me (or my heirs or assigns) for damages.

In consideration of the granting of my request of volunteer my services for the Parrot Outreach Society Inc., and for other good and valuable consideration, I, for myself and my heirs, executors, administrators, successors, beneficiaries, affiliates, and assigns, hereby release, indemnify and hold harmless Parrot Outreach Society, Inc., its officers, agents, members, and officials, for all liability for any and all risk of damage or bodily injury or death or property damage, including any injury or damage caused by any incidents, occurrences, actions, inactions, conduct, decision or events, including without limitation, negligence or gross negligence in connection with any volunteer effort in which I participate in directly are indirectly, or which may arise from my participation in volunteer efforts or from my presence on the private property of Parrot Outreach Society or in the adoption center as part of said participation.

I explicitly assume any and all risks with respect to any incident, action, inaction, conduct, decision, occurrence or activity which may occur on public, private, or other property in connection with my participation, directly or indirectly, as a volunteer with affects me in any manner whatsoever, and I do hereby release, acquit and forever discharge Parrot Outreach Society Inc., its officers, agents, members, and officials.

Further, I expressly agree that this release of liability, waiver of claims, and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the law of the State of Florida, and that if any portion thereof is held nvalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, not withstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. I have carefully read the foregoing release waiver, and indemnification and understand the contents thereof and sign this release as my own free act. I further certify that I am an adult, am in sound mental health, and am fully capable of making this agreement.

This release of liability, waiver of claims, and indemnity agreement supersedes all other agreements, written or oral, between me and Parrot Outreach Society Inc. I have not relied on any representation, promise, or agreement of any kind made in connection with the decision to sign this Agreement. This agreement may not be changed unless the changes are in writing and signed by all released practice, i.e., Parrot Outreach Society, Inc.

Agreement and Signature

By submitting this application, I affirm that the facts set forth in it are true and complete. I understand that if I am accepted as a volunteer, any false statements, omissions, or other misrepresentations made by me on the application may result in my immediate dismissal.

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🦜 Parrot Outreach Society Volunteer Policy

Introduction

At Parrot Outreach Society, our volunteers are the heartbeat of our rescue. This policy outlines our expectations, communication structure, code of conduct, and organizational procedures to ensure a safe, respectful, and professional environment for all people—and all parrots.

1. Volunteer Conduct & Code of Ethics

All volunteers must:

Treat fellow volunteers, leadership, customers, and animals with compassion and respect.

Refrain from gossip, passive-aggressive behavior, or rumor-spreading of any kind.

Maintain confidentiality and never share sensitive personal information about others.

Follow all instructions from management or the designated shift lead.

Represent Parrot Outreach positively at all times.

Stay drug-free and alert during volunteer shifts.

2. Role Responsibilities & Boundaries

To avoid confusion and ensure safety:

Stay within your assigned duties unless directed otherwise.

Do not speak to adopters or customers about procedures unless you are the assigned retail lead.

If assisting in retail, direct customers to wait for the designated lead.

Volunteers may not rearrange cages or make facility changes without approval.

Every shift has a volunteer lead—this is your immediate supervisor during that shift.

3. Respectful Work Environment

We operate on respect. Therefore:

No bullying, intimidation, or gossip is tolerated.

Sharing personal details or complaints among volunteers is considered harassment.

If you experience or witness disrespectful behavior, report it to Mel or Jen immediately.

Do not attempt to resolve interpersonal issues on your own.

4. Physical Contact & Conflict Protocol

Parrot Outreach maintains a zero-contact policy between individuals:

Volunteers must never place hands on another volunteer or member of the public.

If a disagreement arises, walk away immediately.

Notify the retail lead or volunteer coordinator/manager.

If you are the retail lead and involved, step away if no bird is in danger and notify management.

Only management is allowed to make disciplinary decisions. No volunteer may ban or dismiss another individual.

Any person asked to leave must be documented (who, what, when) and reported to Mel or Jen.

Law enforcement will be contacted if necessary to ensure safety.

5. Attendance & Reliability

If scheduled, show up or notify someone if you can’t.

If you cannot make your shift, you must give sufficient notice so that other arrangements can be made. This ensures proper coverage and avoids disruptions in care.

Repeated no-shows without communication may result in removal.

If you can’t commit long-term, that’s okay—just keep us informed.

6. Understanding the Role of Management

It is essential to understand the leadership structure:

Board of Directors is not involved in daily issues or volunteer oversight.

Management and Retail Lead Volunteers run day-to-day operations.

The retail lead on duty has full authority to make immediate decisions when Mel or Jen is not available.

Volunteers are expected to respect this hierarchy and communicate within proper channels.

7. Social Media & Representation

Volunteers must:

Refrain from posting negative content about Parrot Outreach.

Avoid making posts that appear to speak on behalf of the organization unless approved.

Separate any personal business or social posts (especially related to breeding) from rescue content.

8. Volunteer Breeding Policy

Policy Statement:

Parrot Outreach Society does not accept volunteer applications from individuals who are actively breeding parrots, have parrots or other companion birds in breeding pairs in hopes to breed. As a rescue dedicated to reducing the number of unwanted and displaced parrots, we believe that allowing active breeders to volunteer presents a conflict of interest with our core mission.

We welcome individuals who:
- Have previously bred parrots but have fully ceased breeding operations.
- Are genuinely committed to supporting rescue, rehabilitation, and ethical education about parrots.
- Understand and respect our stance on overpopulation, commercial breeding, and the lifelong commitment parrots require.

Conditions of Volunteer Involvement:

Former breeders may be considered for volunteer roles only if they:
- Are fully transparent about their past involvement in breeding.
- Do not promote, discuss, or advertise breeding practices or animals for sale while volunteering.
- Agree in writing not to use their affiliation with Parrot Outreach Society for commercial gain or reputation enhancement related to breeding.
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of the long-term consequences of breeding and share our values on advocacy, rehabilitation, and responsible care.

if you begin to breed at a later date after filling this out please let us know. Understand that you will be terminated. This is for the well being of the birds. No breeding of any kind (unless for conservation into a program) will be allowed by any volunteer.

Enforcement: Violation of this policy may result in immediate dismissal from volunteer duties and may result in any future involvement with the rescue to not be possible.

10. Dismissal Policy

Volunteers may be removed for:

Gossip, harassment, or spreading private information.

Repeated failure to follow directions or chain of command.

Physically or verbally aggressive behavior.

Disrespect toward staff, customers, or fellow volunteers.

Publicly undermining or misrepresenting Parrot Outreach’s mission.

11. Confidentiality

All volunteers must respect confidentiality and refrain from disclosing:

Rescue-related internal operations.

Volunteer or adopter information.

Ongoing investigations or decisions in process.

12. Acknowledgment

By volunteering, you agree to uphold the values, communication channels, and responsibilities outlined in this policy. Violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action or dismissal from Parrot Outreach Society.

13. Anti-Discrimination Policy

Parrot Outreach Society is committed to creating and maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.

Discrimination will not be tolerated based on:

Race or ethnicity

National origin

Religion or spiritual beliefs

Age

Gender identity or expression

Sexual orientation

Disability or health status

Marital or family status

Financial ability or income level

Education level

Political affiliation

All volunteers, staff, adopters, and visitors are expected to treat one another with equity, respect, and dignity. Any behavior, language, or treatment that violates this policy will result in immediate review and potential dismissal from the volunteer program.

🖜️ We believe diversity strengthens our mission. Our parrots don’t discriminate, and neither do we.

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