Orchestrating Volunteer Orientation: Introducing the O.B.O.E. Model

Authors

Ken Culp III, University of KentuckyFollow
Amy E. Aldenderfer, University of KentuckyFollow
Lynette A. Allen, University of KentuckyFollow
Sarah G. Fannin-Holliday, University of KentuckyFollow

Volume

43

Issue

6

Abstract

Volunteers generally come to their new role with varying levels of knowledge about the organization. An effective orientation program introduces the volunteers to the organization as a whole and to their specific job responsibilities. Orientation can be beneficial in assuring that volunteers have accurate information regarding the organization's purpose, programs, policies, and expectations. The volunteer orientation model (O.B.O.E.) can be adapted to fit any Extension program or non-profit volunteer organization. Divided into four main topics, the orientation program is easily presented in a 90-minute session. Orientation topics of the O.B.O.E. model include: an Opening, Background, Organizational safeguards, and Evaluation.

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Recommended Citation

Culp, K., Aldenderfer, A. E., Allen, L. A., & Fannin-Holliday, S. G. (2005). Orchestrating Volunteer Orientation: Introducing the O.B.O.E. Model. The Journal of Extension, 43(6), Article 27. https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/joe/vol43/iss6/27