Volunteer Code of Conduct

Good Neighbors Interlaken seeks to provide a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for Volunteers and Resident. For this reason, the following rules apply to all Volunteers providing assistance under the auspices of Good Neighbors Interlaken:

• Never share any information about Participants name or personal matters with anyone except the Good Neighbors Interlaken Steering Committee, the Interlaken Community Action Group (ICAG) and other GNI Volunteers.

• Keep accurate records of the type of service requested: When, how and who provided the service; and the outcome of the request. GNI Steering Committee will collect and maintain these records.

• Do not provide services to a Resident when the Volunteer is under the influence of alcohol or drugs or has an infectious health condition.

• Do not become involved in the financial affairs of Residents.

• Report to law enforcement and/or social agencies any concerns about possible abuse or harm to Residents.

• Protect and promote the dignity and privacy of Residents .

• Feel free to decline, for any reason, an invitation by GNI to provide a service to a Resident on a particular day or time.

• Only agree to provide assistance or service for which you are qualified, experienced, and competent.