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11431 State Route One P.O. Box 1330 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956Phone: 415-663-8818 Email: abertucci@marincounty.orgA joint program of the Marin County Free Library and Marin County Civic Center VolunteersVolunteer Liaison Application PacketThank you for your interest in volunteering with our program, Library Beyond Walls (LBW). It can be highly rewardingand enjoyable to help community members in need while also helping the Library to meet those needs.Please review About This Program and LBW Liaison 5ROH Description, pages 2 and 3. Then, if you are still interested: lick here to complete and submit the online County of Marin Volunteer & Student Intern Application if you have1. Cnot already done so.2. F ill out, print, and sign the County of Marin Volunteer & Student Intern Agreement (page 4) provided in this packet.(Note: The Agreement becomes official pending an interview, background check, a start date, and the signature ofthe LBW Coordinator.)3. Complete, print, and sign the LBW Supplemental Volunteer Liaison Application (page 5) provided in this packet.4. R ead the County of Marin Civic Center Volunteers Responsibilities & Expectations in Volunteer & Student InternRelationships (page 6) in this packet.5. R ead, complete, print, and sign the County of Marin Civic Center Volunteers Volunteer & Student InternOath of Confidentiality (page 7) in this packet.6. Make copies of the forms (pages 4, 5, 7) for your records.7. M ail the completed forms (pages 4, 5, 7) to Library Beyond Walls or deliver them to the Information Desk of yournearest Marin County Free Library branch and request it be sent to the LBW office.Your application will be reviewed within 5 to 7 business days of being received at the LBW office, and a Library staffmember will contact you to set up an interview.Again, thank you for your interest in our program!Ann BertucciLBW Coordinatorthis Volunteer Application Packet contains:Page 1. LBW Liaison Application Packet Intro2. LBW About This Program3. LBW Liaison 5ROH Description4. County of Marin Volunteer & Student Intern Agreement5. LBW Supplemental Volunteer Application6. County of Marin CCV Responsibilities & Expectations In Volunteer & Student Intern Relationships7. County of Marin CCV Volunteer and Student Intern Oath of ConfidentialityCopies of doCuments are available in aCCessible formats upon request: 415-473-71671

11431 State Route One P.O. Box 1330 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956Phone: 415-663-8818 Email: abertucci@marincounty.orgA joint program of the Marin County Free Library and Marin County Civic Center VolunteersAbout This ProgramLibrary Beyond Walls (LBW) is a free service of the Marin County Free Library offering library services to county residentswho are unable to visit our various locations in person.Marin County Free Library includes the following branches (refer to http://www.marinlibrary.org/ for hours):Bolinas 415-868-1171Civic Center 415-473-6057Corte Madera 415-924-3515Fairfax 415-453-8151Inverness 415-669-1288Marin City 415-332-6158Novato 415-473-2050Point Reyes 415-663-8375South Novato 415-506-3165Stinson Beach 415-868-0252LBW staff and trained volunteers/liaisons deliver and pick up library materials to and from the homes of our patrons. A patronis a person of any age who is permanently or temporarily unable to come to the library due to illness or disability is eligiblefor this program. They must reside within the County of Marin jurisdiction and be homebound. A patron has filed a PatronApplication containing contact information, specific needs information, and reading preferences and has had a phoneor personal interview with the LBW Coordinator and/or LBW branch representative. He/she has also signed a PatronRelease Form to ensure clarity on the parameters of the program. Note: The Volunteer/Liaison does not provide assistancewith activities of daily living, or give advice on financial or personal matters.LBW provides books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, etc. LBW also assist patrons in making use of our electronic resources,both for listening and reading. Patrons can also utilize the library online (http://www.marinlibrary.org/) to request items(place holds) or renew their checked-out items. Patrons receive deliveries at least once a month from trained volunteers.Materials are checked out to a patron, on his or her library card, for up to six weeks. Overdue fines for patrons are usuallywaived, but lost or damaged materials are the responsibility of the patrons up to 250.00If a patron has any questions, s/he can contact the LBW Coordinator at address at top of page.Copies of doCuments are available in aCCessible formats upon request: 415-473-7167.2

A joint program of the Marin County Free Library and Marin County Civic Center VolunteersVolunteer Liaison Role DescriptionREQUIREMENTS1. Complete County of Marin CCV online application.2. Complete and submit LBW Liaison Application forms (pages 4, 5, 7 in this packet) on or before first day ofassignment.3. Pass interview with LBW Coordinator and Library branch representative.4. Undergo fingerprinting at the Marin County Sheriff’s Office and pass the background check.5. Submit copy of driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance or means of delivery if not by vehicle.6. Undergo training and agree to one-year commitment to the program and consistent visits with assigned patrons.7. Review the LBW training materials, meet with the LBW Coordinator/LBW branch representative for programinstructions, and visit each new patron accompanied by LBW Coordinator for first visit.General RESPONSIBILITIESThe LBW Volunteer (or Liaison) provides branch-based home delivery of library materials to qualified homebound residentswithin the jurisdictions of the Marin County Free Library. The Volunteer/Liaison works with the LBW Coordinator and/or Librarystaff as needed to provide materials suited to patrons’ interests. The Volunteer/Liaison is responsible for delivery and returnof library materials to and from the patron’s home.Specific Responsibilities1. Take responsibility for each assigned patron, and visit each patron at least once a month.Time spent with patrons is just as valuable as the materials brought to them.2. Be receptive to patron requests for new items. Return borrowed items in a timely manner.3. Keep patron reading choices confidential, in accordance with Marin County Free Library policies.4. Direct general questions as they arise to local branch Library staff or LBW CoordinatorAnn Bertucci, 415-663-8818, abertucci@marincounty.org.5. Track your service hours and log them at the Marin County Civic Center Volunteers online portal at least once a month.(Log in here).Q CCV office at 415-473-7407.6. Notify LBW Coordinator of any concerns that come up, when you will be away for travel, illness, etc., or if your situationchanges and you need to stop volunteering.Training PROVIDED Orientation to the LBW program Specific instruction regarding selecting and delivery of materials, and ongoing instruction by the LBW Coordinator orLibrary branch representative as neededCopies of doCuments are available in aCCessible formats upon request: 415-473-71673

COUNTY OF MARIN VOLUNTEER & STUDENT INTERN AGREEMENTIt is mandatory to sign and return this Agreement to the Civic Center Volunteers office before or on the first dayof the assignment. The staff supervisor and volunteer/intern should complete the form together to facilitate clearexpectations. Keep a copy for each signer. Return the signed agreement via interoffice mail, fax, or scan and email to:CIVIC CENTER VOLUNTEERSHuman Resources Department, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 415, San Rafael, CA 94903Volunteers: Anne Starr at AStarr@marincounty.org Student Interns: Joy Fossett at JFossett@marincounty.orgPhone: 415-473-7407 Fax: 415-473-3669PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY!CIRCLE ONE:Volunteer OR Intern NameDateEmail PhoneLBWBeyond Walls LiaisonAssignment Title LibraryDept./DivisionStaff Supervisor415-663-8818Supervisor PhoneAnn BertucciASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION (Use extra sheet if necessary)See page 3 of the Library Beyond Walls Liaison Volunteer Packet for a full description.RESPONSIBILITIES OF DEPARTMENT1. Provide orientation and ongoing supervision2. Provide future work reference, if requested3. Communicate that the county has zero tolerance for any form of discriminatory harassment. Refer to PMR .pdf. Communicate about county standards and ethics: PMR 20.1.If the volunteer/intern will use a county computer or e-device, refer him/her to electronic media policy: PMR 23SPECIFIC NEEDS OF VOLUNTEER/STUDENT INTERNRESPONSIBILITIES OF VOLUNTEER/STUDENT INTERN1.2.3.Fulfill the time commitment as noted belowNot yet registered in the Civic Center Volunteers system? Then please sign up and create your profile now ass VolunteerRegistration&recruiterID 1546Report your service hours online by the end of each month. Log in with your User ID and password. If you have a month withno hours, log in and report “0” hours for that month. Thank you!SCHEDULE Total hours per week: MŽŶĚĂLJ dƵĞƐĚĂLJ tĞĚŶĞƐĚĂLJ dŚƵƌƐĚĂLJ &ƌŝĚĂLJ ĂƚƵƌĚĂLJ ƵŶĚĂLJSTART DATEFinal service date To be determinedAnn BertucciVolunteer (PRINT) Staff Supervisor (PRINT)xxCivic Center Volunteers Program CoordinatorCopies of doCuments are available in aCCessible formats upon request: 415-473-71674

Please complete this form and print a copy to give to LBW staff.Supplemental Volunteer Liaison ApplicationName Date1. What attracts you most to the Library Beyond Walls program?2. Through which of the County’s libraries would you prefer to volunteer? (Please check) Bolinas Civic Center Corte Madera Fairfax Inverness Marin City Novato Point Reyes South Novato Stinson BeachNo Preference3. Have you ever worked with seniors or people living with disabilities? Yes NoIf Yes, in what capacity?4. Is there anything that would impede your delivering library materials to homebound patrons such as stairs, lifting, etc.?5. Do you have a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance? Yes No6. Please indicate the day(s) and time(s) you would prefer to volunteer.7. Do you have any allergies (including animals, smoke, or fragrances)? If yes, please explain.8. To ensure that patrons continue to receive services when volunteers are sick or on vacation, would you be willing to beplaced on a “substitute” list? Yes No If Yes, your name would only be shared with fellow volunteers.9. Do you speak language(s) other than English? Yes No If Yes, please specify.10. How did you hear about Library Beyond Walls?Copies of doCuments are available in aCCessible formats upon request: 415-473-71675

COUNTY OF MARIN Civic Center VolunteersHuman Resources Department, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 415, San Rafael, CA 94903Phone: 415-473-7407 Fax: 415-473-3669Volunteers: Anne Starr at AStarr@marincounty.org Student Interns: Joy Fossett at JFossett@marincounty.orgResponsibilities & Expectations inVolunteer & Student Intern RelationshipsTHE VOLUNTEER/STUDENT INTERNCAN EXPECT TO:T Be assigned a role that is worthwhile and challenging,with freedom to use existing skills or develop new ones Be trusted with confidential information necessary tocarry out the assignment Be kept informed about things that may impact theassignment Receive orientation, training, and supervision for theassignment; know why particular tasks are assigned Have time respected by planning, coordination, andcooperation within the organization Know whether his or her work is effective and how itcan be impoved Receive regular feedback and encouragement fromsupervisor so he or she may move to another assignmentif appropriate Be given appropriate recognition of day-to-daycontributions by other participants in the volunteeringrelationship Receive full protection of the county's EqualEmployment/Anti-Harassment PolicyCopies of doCuments are available in aCCessible formats upon request: 415-473-71676