Committed Volunteer Contract

Committed Volunteer Contract

This document is to be signed by all BOD (Board of Directors) members and Committed Volunteers. It is a binding contract and shall not be breached. A "Committed Volunteer" is one who has committed to volunteering for WAMCARE for at least six months. By signing this contract, a volunteer is affirming this commitment.

As a committed volunteer you have the right:

1. To have your value as a team member consistently recognized by the entire organization.

2. To participate in volunteer activities that engage your interests, talents and capabilities.

3. To have a comfortable arena to express your ideas, opinions, feelings and needs.

4. To be respected and supported in every way possible by your organization, BOD, and fellow volunteers.

5. To receive public recognition for your contributions, and the gratitude of all persons within WAMCARE.

6. To cease your volunteer activities at any time.

7. To make your physical and mental health your first priority, and to have your needs heard and accommodated by the organization.

8. To vote on issues presented to the membership of WAMCARE.


As a voting volunteer member you have the responsibility:

1. To remember our People First Policy: the physical and mental health of our members and volunteers takes priority over any organizational concern. You are encouraged to monitor your health, be diligent in your self-care and to express your needs freely.

2. To abide by the mandates of WAMCARE.

3. To represent WAMCARE with integrity and dignity in all of your activities for the organization.

4. To be honest and sincere in your work and communications.

5. To abide by the Golden Rule: treat fellow volunteers, members, and the public as you would have them treat you, with respect, attention and support.

6. To see yourself as an integral and needed member of a Team.

7. To provide your volunteer co-workers with accurate information regarding the status and needs of your project(s).

8. To offer your services freely, of your own accord, with no expectation of payment or reward other than due appreciation, recognition, and the gratitude of your co-volunteers and the WAMCARE B.O.D.