3.2 Recruitment, selection, induction, engagement
Volunteer recruitment and management occurs at the local level based on the needs of the individual library or business unit. Volunteers are provided with appropriate induction, training, supervision and a safe working environment.
3.2.1 Eligibility
To volunteer with Libraries Tasmania an individual must have:
- Australian citizenship or an appropriate Visa which allows them to volunteer in Australia.
- a current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) – refer to section 3.4.1.
Volunteers under 18 years of age must have written permission from their parent or carer to volunteer with Libraries Tasmania. They will be supervised by another volunteer or staff member (as appropriate) when undertaking volunteer duties.
3.2.2 Selection
People of all ages and walks of life volunteer. Volunteers are selected based on their interest, knowledge, skills or attributes relevant to the volunteering role. Libraries Tasmania values workplace diversity and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to volunteer with us including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of all ages, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
Reference checks will be conducted as part of determining volunteer suitability.
3.2.3 Induction and training
Volunteers will receive a formal induction to Libraries Tasmania.
Volunteers must undertake mandatory training as required by the Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP). Mandatory training for all volunteers includes:
- Work Health and Safety – how to identify and report incidents and hazards.
- Safeguarding Training – an animated video training module outlining DECYP’s commitment to keeping children safe and a volunteer’s legal obligation to report child safety or wellbeing concerns.
- Critical Incident and Emergency Procedures – understand local business unit procedures in managing critical incidents and emergencies such as fire, evacuation, lockdown and first aid.
There may be additional learning opportunities for volunteers as appropriate.