Training & Orientations
New volunteers must first attend a volunteer orientation before signing
up for any position.
There are additional trainings for the Drive Team. Due to COVID-19, these training's are scheduled upon request. To request a Bus Driver or Bus Attendant training, contact Shana at Shastings@ahtn.org
Additional Volunteer training's are posted on the VolunteerHub as they will be offered virtually. You must register to attend to be given the meeting link.
New Volunteer Orientation
New this season, AHTN's Volunteer Orientation will be available online through a training video.
Those wanting to join our volunteer team will need to complete the following:
New Volunteer Steps:
You must complete each step in order to move on to the next step:
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Create an account on the Volunteer HUB. https://ahtn.volunteerhub.com/
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Watch the volunteer orientation video.
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Answer the orientation video questions.
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Sign the Volunteer Agreement and Volunteer Waiver and submit electronically.
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Complete the background check.
Once you have completed all steps and your background check is returned you will receive an email that you are approved to volunteer. If at anytime you have questions during the process, email shastings@ahtn.org
Code Blue Refresher Training 2021-22
We encourage all returning Volunteers to watch the CB Refresher Training as it is a good reminder as to what is expected of the volunteers working at the shelter along with updated policies and procedures through the pandemic.
Training Video Link: https://youtu.be/9LDBulGsUFE
Click for: SLIDES from presentation
Overnight Team Training 2021-22
Overnight Volunteers are encouraged to watch this video to learn of any updates/changes to the overnight team procedures and shelter times. Also new this season, we are asking Overnight Volunteers to complete the communication report after their shift.
Video link: https://youtu.be/zMapTquixSA Google Doc Instructions
Bus Team Reminders 2021-22
Quick video that discusses Bus Team procedures, bus stops, guests pick-up/departure, etc.
Video Link: https://youtu.be/XJQPO3imoOE Outline of discussion
COVID Safety at the CB Shelter discussion
Join us Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020 at 7:00pm for an "virtual" discussion about how the CB shelter will operate safely through this global pandemic.
For those unable to attend, here is the recording: https://youtu.be/k5i8iwxA1nM
How to use the disinfectant spray gun
To help combat the COVID virus, this season AHTN will using a spray gun along with disinfectant spray on both our buses as well as inside the CB shelter. Our goal is to try to keep both Volunteers and Guests healthy during these uncertain times.
Instructional Video: https://youtu.be/wpTTAC_s3Rw
De-Escalation & Resources for Code Blue
Hosted by Lenape Valley Foundation, this session will focus on resources and best practices for code blue staff/volunteers to utilize when working with individuals who are expressing mental health symptoms that are challenging in the code blue setting.
Recording here: https://vimeo.com/645315588/b4bc85d2ab