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Volunteer

Be the change and make the difference! There is no formal requirement to become a volunteer, but the following skills are beneficial:
Be reliable and punctual
Be trustworthy
Respect confidentiality
Respect the rights of people you work with
Have a non-judgmental approach
Carry out the specified job description
Give feedback (i.e. participate in evaluations when asked)
Be accountable and accept feedback
Be committed to the program
Avoid overextending yourself
Acknowledge decisions made by the staff or the organization
Address areas of conflict with the appropriate staff member or volunteer coordinator
Undertake training
Ask for support when it is needed
Stay safe on the job; for example, make sure that you are never alone with a client
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