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Step 5: Determine an appropriate course of action  

Considerations
  • One of the following should be selected:
    • No action necessary;
    • Education for the volunteer(s);
    • Counsel the volunteer(s);
    • Probation for the volunteer(s);
    • Suspend the volunteer(s); or
    • Dismiss the volunteer(s)
  • Follow organizational policies and procedures
  • Be consistent when dealing with inappropriate behaviors
  • Move ahead at an appropriate pace
  • Consider potentially libel situations and discuss with supervisor and legal counsel
  • Anticipate how the volunteer will react
  • Communicate with the volunteer and all appropriate people
  • Deal with others (media, other volunteers, parents, youth, etc.)
  • Seek assistance from supervisors and peers

 

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