Rights & responsibilities You & the organisation you volunteer with are responsible for making sure you're safe & happy in your role Typography Font Size Reading Mode Share This Volunteers have the right to: be interviewed and engaged as a volunteer in accordance with equal opportunity and anti-discrimination legislation receive information about the organisation a clearly written role description know to whom they are accountable be recognised as a valued team member be supported and supervised a healthy and safe working environment be protected by appropriate insurance say no if they feel they are being exploited be reimbursed for approved out-of-pocket expenses be advised of the travel reimbursement policy be informed and consulted on matters which directly or indirectly affect them and their work be made aware of the grievance procedure orientation and training information about policies and procedures that affect their work have their confidential and personal information dealt with in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Volunteers have a responsibility to: be reliable respect confidentiality carry out the tasks defined in the role description be accountable be committed to the organisation undertake training as requested ask for support when they need it give notice before they leave value and support other team members carry out the work they have agreed to do responsibly and ethically notify the organisation as soon as possible of absences adhere to policies and procedures. Photo: Surf Life Saving Queensland volunteer advice