An Opioid Treatment Program utilizing volunteers shall have the following standards for volunteers:

1. (1) Policy Required: A written policy regarding the use of volunteers that shall include:

   1. (a) Specific tasks and responsibilities of volunteers;
   2. (b) Procedures and criteria used in selecting volunteers, including sobriety requirements for individuals recovering from the disease of alcohol or other drug abuse;
   3. (c) Specific accountability and reporting requirements of volunteer; and
   4. (d) Specific procedure for reviewing the performance of volunteers and providing direct feedback to them.

2. (2) Orientation and Training: The program shall document that the volunteers complete an orientation and training program specific to their responsibilities before they participate in assignments. The orientation and training shall:

   1. (a) Include a review of the program's philosophical approach to treatment;
   2. (b) Include information on confidentiality regulations and patient's rights;
   3. (c) Specify how volunteers are to respond to and follow procedures for unusual incidents;
   4. (d) Explain the program's channels of communication, reporting requirements, and accountability requirements for volunteers;
   5. (e) Explain the procedure for reviewing the volunteer's performance and providing feedback to the volunteer; and
   6. (f) Explain the procedure for discontinuing a volunteer's participation.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 430.256

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 430.010(4)(b) & 430.560 - 430.590

History

ADS 2-2008, f. & cert. ef. 11-13-08
ADS 1-2003, f. 6-13-03, cert. ef. 7-1-03
ADAP 3-1995, f. 12-1-95, cert. ef. 3-1-96
HR 17-1993, f. & cert. ef. 7-23-93, Renumbered from 410-006-0080
HR 4-1988, f. & cert. ef. 5-10-88