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== Policy Summary: Affiliated Team Volunteers == | == Policy Summary: Affiliated Team Volunteers == | ||
[[File:2018.05.20.MHall.MYN (2).jpg|thumb|345x345px|''Not all your neighbors need to be NET trained to participate in making a resilient community. Photo by Michael Hall (NET).'']] | [[File:2018.05.20.MHall.MYN (2).jpg|thumb|345x345px|''Not all your neighbors need to be NET trained to participate in making a resilient community. Photo by Michael Hall (NET).'']] | ||
An Affiliated Team Volunteer ("ATV") is a volunteer who associates with and is assigned to a Neighborhood Emergency Team (NET) but does not possess full "Active" NET volunteer status. <span style="background:#FFFF00">'''They are not deployed or [[Volunteer Risk, Injury Coverage, and Indemnification|indemnified]] by the City of Portland.'''</span> They have a profile in the NET volunteer database, and may participate in non-deployment team activities with active NET volunteers. | An Affiliated Team Volunteer ("ATV") is a volunteer who associates with and is assigned to a Neighborhood Emergency Team (NET) and is [[Background Checks|background checked]], but does not possess full "Active" NET volunteer status. <span style="background:#FFFF00">'''They are not deployed or [[Volunteer Risk, Injury Coverage, and Indemnification|indemnified]] by the City of Portland.'''</span> They have a profile in the NET volunteer database, and may participate in non-deployment team activities with active NET volunteers. | ||
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# ATVs are tracked in the PBEM volunteer database. | # ATVs are tracked in the PBEM volunteer database. | ||
# ATVs must affiliate with a specific NET and appear on their team roster. | # ATVs must affiliate with a specific NET and appear on their team roster. | ||
# ATVs are encouraged but not required to log volunteer hours and attend NET team meetings. | # ATVs are encouraged but not required to [[Portal FAQ|log volunteer hours]] and attend NET team meetings. | ||
# ATVs must confirm their status (check in) with their Team Leader a minimum of twice annually. This can be done in as simple a method as sending the Team Leader an email to confirm they are still part of the team. | # ATVs must confirm their status (check in) with their Team Leader a minimum of twice annually. This can be done in as simple a method as sending the Team Leader an email to confirm they are still part of the team. | ||
# ATVs declare a primary [[Volunteer Support Functions Introduction and Directory|VSF]] and may declare a secondary role with Team Leader approval. | # ATVs declare a primary [[Volunteer Support Functions Introduction and Directory|VSF]] and may declare a secondary role, with Team Leader approval. | ||
# ATVs may access select advanced NET trainings if seats are available. | # ATVs may access select advanced NET trainings if seats are available. | ||
# ATVs are not issued NET personal protective equipment (PPE). | # ATVs are not issued NET personal protective equipment (PPE). | ||
# ATVs are issued PBEM photo ID volunteer | # ATVs are issued PBEM photo ID volunteer ID cards, similar to NET ID cards. | ||
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=== ATV Intake Procedure === | === ATV Intake Procedure === | ||
'''For former Active NET volunteers''' | '''For former Active NET volunteers''' | ||
# Inform the Team Leader of | # Inform the [https://pbem.link/net-team-map Team Leader] of your intention to transition to ATV status and declare a VSF. | ||
# Notify PBEM via email ([mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov net@portlandoregon.gov]) for database updates. | # Notify PBEM via email ([mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov net@portlandoregon.gov]) for database updates. | ||
# NET volunteers downshifting to ATV status may keep their NET-issued PPE (hard hat and vest). | # NET volunteers downshifting to ATV status may keep their NET-issued PPE (hard hat and vest). | ||
# NET volunteers downshifting to ATV status do not need a revised ATV | # NET volunteers downshifting to ATV status do not need a revised ATV ID card until their NET ID card expires. | ||
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'''For non-NET certified neighbors:''' | '''For non-NET certified neighbors:''' | ||
# Confirm with the local Team Leader interest in joining the roster and declare a VSF. The Team Leader must give their approval. | # Confirm with the [https://pbem.link/net-team-map local Team Leader] your interest in joining the roster and declare a VSF. The Team Leader must give their approval. | ||
# Complete the online NET application ([https://app.betterimpact.com/Application?OrganizationGuid=5c003f3a-8d04-4cdf-b8c0-41627fea7871&ApplicationFormNumber=1 HERE]). | # Complete the online NET application ([https://app.betterimpact.com/Application?OrganizationGuid=5c003f3a-8d04-4cdf-b8c0-41627fea7871&ApplicationFormNumber=1 HERE]). | ||
#* ATV applicants complete the NET application just as they would do if they were applying to NET. | #* ATV applicants complete the NET application just as they would do if they were applying to NET. | ||
#* After the application is completed, the ATV informs their Team Leader the application is ready. | #* After the application is completed, the ATV informs their Team Leader the application is ready. | ||
#* The Team Leader reports the completed application to PBEM staff and ask to have the volunteer moved from "Applicant" to "ATV" status. | #* The Team Leader reports the completed application to PBEM staff and ask to have the volunteer moved from "Applicant" to "ATV" status, and their assigned VSF(s). | ||
# Undergo a [[Background Checks|criminal background check]] at | # Undergo a [[Background Checks|criminal background check]] at no expense to the volunteer. The volunteer will receive an email from PBEM with additional information. | ||
# Complete orientation to the team with the Team Leader. Orientation should include: | # Complete orientation to the team with the Team Leader. Orientation should include: | ||
#: a. How to log volunteer hours; | #: a. How to [[Portal FAQ|log volunteer hours]]; | ||
#: b. The NET's earthquake response framework and the ATV's role in it; | #: b. The NET's earthquake response framework and the ATV's role in it; | ||
#: c. Team meeting schedule; | #: c. Team meeting schedule; | ||
#: d. How to receive further training on their VSF of choice. | #: d. How to receive further training on their VSF of choice. | ||
# The ATV is issued and mailed an ATV | # The ATV is issued and mailed an ATV ID card from PBEM. | ||
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== Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) == | == Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) == | ||
===== Q: How will ATVs be distinguished from SUVs in an activation? ===== | ===== Q: How will ATVs be distinguished from SUVs in an activation? ===== | ||
''A: ATVs are issued PBEM volunteer photo ID | ''A: ATVs are issued PBEM volunteer photo ID card, similar to NET ID cards. No SUV will have a valid PBEM-issued ID.'' | ||
===== Q: What roles/VSFs are suitable for ATVs? ===== | ===== Q: What roles/VSFs are suitable for ATVs? ===== | ||
''A: Roles with "No" in the "NET/CERT req?" column of the [[Volunteer Support Functions Introduction and Directory|VSF Directory]] are appropriate for ATVs. Training requirements apply. | ''A: Roles with "No" in the "NET/CERT req?" column of the [[Volunteer Support Functions Introduction and Directory|VSF Directory]] are appropriate for ATVs. Training requirements apply. | ||
'''Q: How long may an ATV serve?''' | |||
''A: Just like NET volunteers, there is no limit on service. Every volunteer's background check and ID card must be renewed every three years.''<br /> | |||
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== Program/Policy Background == | == Program/Policy Background == | ||
