Resources & Recognition

Recognition Resources

OHSU has a lot to offer its volunteers: networking opportunities, hands-on experience, exposure to an academic health center; but the simple act of saying "thank you" can sometimes be the most powerful tool in attracting and retaining great volunteers. Recognizing volunteers' time and commitment doesn't have to cost a lot either. Below are some resources and ideas of how you can recognize your volunteers:

Nominate your volunteer for an Outstanding Volunteer Award (nominations closed for 2018)
Submit a "Shout Out" to your awesome volunteer(s) via our Facebook page
Nominate your volunteer to be our featured Volunteer Voice
Annual Performance Evaluation Awards (February-April annually)
US Presidential Awards - OVV can submit "Gold" Award winners in January annually based on hours served
Send your volunteer(s) an online Golden Rose Award Thank You Card
50 No/Low Cost Recognition ideas
The 9 Elements of Highly Effective Employee Praise
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Supervising Resources

Volunteers are different than employees and therefore need to be supervised and managed differently. However in some cases, supervising a volunteer may be your first opportunity to ever manage/supervise someone. Here are some great resources to help you learn or brush up on your supervisory skills:

6 Ways to Be a Great Boss to Your Intern

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Miscellaneous Resources

The OHSU Visitor Policy [No. 07-15-010]
How to on-board Escorted Visitors (see section 4)
Information about CITI training for volunteers/visitors in research
Information about EPIC read-only access for volunteers/visitors in clinical areas
Information about OHSU Formal Internship Programs
Quick tips for Managers: Supporting Employees who breastfeed
Frequently Asked Questions