Volunteer Opportunities

My son/daughter has my permission to attend A Better Day, Therapy Center Inc. events. I agree not to hold A Better Day Therapy, Learning Center Inc. liable for any accident, loss or theft that may occur during the course of an event. I hereby give my permission to the physician selected by the A Better Day Therapy, Learning Center Inc. to hospitalize, and/or secure necessary treatment or anesthesia for my child, as named above, in the event that I cannot be reached in an emergency. I hereby give my permission that paramedics may transport my child to the nearest hospital, if necessary. I have indicated any pertinent medical information above. I agree to the terms and conditions of this application.
Liability Waiver
I will not hold A Better Day Therapy, Learning Center Inc. liable for any accidents, injuries, damage or fatalities which may occur in transit to/from aforementioned events
I also waive all rights to sue A Better Day Therapy, Learning Center Inc. for any of the above mentioned incidents which may occur in transit.
BY AGREEING TO THIS WAIVER, I/WE FREELY ACCEPT AND FULLY ASSUME
RESPONSIBILITY FOR ALL SUCH DANGERS AND RISKS AND THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS RESULTING THEREFROM.
IN CONSIDERATION OF UTILIZING THE RELEASEES’ A Better Day Therapy, Learning Center Inc. FACILITIES, AND FOR OTHER GOOD AND VALUABLE CONSIDERATION,
I/WE HEREBY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
1. TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS for personal injury including death, illness, property damage, and negligence that I/we may have against Releasees, their partners, principals, directors, officers, affiliates, agents, employees, contractors, representatives, members, all individuals and entities acting in concert with Releasees and any and all volunteers in any way associated with Releasees.
2. TO RELEASE THE RELEASEES FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY for any loss, damage, injury, death, medical or other expense that I/we may suffer or that any other party may suffer as a result of my use of Releasees’ facilities, Monkey Bars and cheese pit or in my participation in the sports of Monkey Bars and cheese pit and other Releasees activities, due to any cause whatsoever.
3. TO HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY THE RELEASEES from any and all loss, damages, costs, expenses, claims, liability and obligation for any property damage or personal injury to any third party resulting from injury including but not limited to attorney fees and costs.
4. THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY SHALL BE EFFECTIVE AND BINDING upon my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns in the event of my personal injury including death, illness, and/or property damage.
I/WE HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I/we am covered by my own medical insurance, and that I/we have read and understand this Release of Liability prior to signing it, and I/we am aware that by signing this Release of Liability I/we am waiving certain legal rights which I/we or my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns may have against the Releasees.
Releasees shall have the right to impose any additional conditions which, in the opinion of the Releasees, will further the intent and legal rights and waivers provided herein.
This liability waiver is made and executed in the State of Florida and shall be governed by, enforced in and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida.
I/we acknowledge that in executing this waiver, I/we are not relying on any inducements, promises, or representations made by the Releasees.

School and fundraising volunteers

A Better Day Therapy, Learning Center (ABDTLC) recognizes that specific programs and activities can be enhanced using volunteers who have knowledge or skills that will be helpful to the school staff and other departments who are responsible for school programs and activities. A school volunteer is any non-compensated person who may be appointed by our President or his/her designee.

School volunteers may include, but are not limited to, middle or high-school students, parents, senior citizens, and others who assist our school staff. Employees are also encouraged to volunteer for special fundraising events on behalf of ABDTLC.

The President or his/her designee is responsible for recruiting community volunteers, reviewing their capabilities, and making appropriate placements. The President shall not be obligated to make use of volunteers whose abilities are not in accord with our needs. The President shall develop procedures in accord with this policy which must include, but not be limited to, providing access to literature and/or other informative materials that might assist each volunteer who may be expected to assume responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of students and staff in having a clear understanding of Florida law and our rules, policies, and regulations relevant to the volunteer’s responsibilities.

All volunteers must successfully complete the registration and pass the fingerprint level 2 background check process in administrative policies annually approved by the President. If significant changes occur in the background check process, the Board of Directors will be notified by the President. Volunteers must report any criminal proceedings, including those which may occur after a background check, to school authorities immediately.

Once approved, volunteers must comply with A Better Day Therapy, Leaning Center policies and procedures as outlined in the School Volunteer Program Guidelines on our website.

Effective
10/10/2022

1. All volunteers must complete the registration and background check process.
*Statement of Collection, Use, or Release of Social Security Numbers as it relates to volunteers
A Better Day Therapy, Learning Center is authorized to collect, use or release social security numbers (SSN) of employees, employee dependents, and other individuals*** for the following purposes, which are noted as either required or authorized by law to be collected.

2. Once approved (level 1 or level 2) *{Fla Stat 119.071(5)(a)6,} all volunteers must sign in and out at a designated location before proceeding to their volunteer site. This is required for liability and to know the location of a volunteer in case of an emergency.

3. All volunteers must have identification and wear an identifying badge whenever volunteering.

4. Volunteers are to always serve as positive role models. A volunteer MUST ALWAYS:
a. Use appropriate language;
b. Discuss age-appropriate topics;
c. Refrain from inappropriately touching students;
d. Refrain from disciplining students (behaviors needing discipline must be referred to the appropriate teacher or staff member);
e. Refrain from giving students gifts, rewards, or food items of any kind without the teacher’s permission.

5. For liability reasons, volunteers must leave preschoolers or children not registered in the school, at home.

6. Volunteers MUST keep confidential any information about a student or any related incident. If there is a safety concern or an emergency issue, it must immediately be communicated to someone in authority.

7. Volunteers should notify the front office if an illness or emergency prohibits them from attending a scheduled volunteer shift. Volunteers should be prompt and dependable.

8. The dress code for volunteers should be appropriate at all times.

9. Volunteers should exercise appropriate and responsible use of technology, ZOOM, social media, and information systems.

10. Volunteers must report suspected child abuse per Florida Statue 39.201

11. A volunteer supervisor may set additional policies concerning volunteer involvement.

12. A volunteer’s service may be terminated at any time, either at the discretion of the President or his/her designee, or the volunteer.


13. All Volunteers must complete the registration and background check process. Collection of Personal Information

*Statement of Collection, Use, or Release of Social Security Numbers as it relates to volunteers
(a) A Better Day Therapy, Learning Center is authorized to collect, use or release social security numbers (SSN) of employees, employee dependents, and other individuals*for the following purposes as it relates to volunteers, 10. Criminal history, Level 1 and level 2 background checks / Identifiers for processing fingerprints by Department of Law Enforcement/, if SSN is available [Required by Fla. Admin. Code 11C-6.003 and Fla. Stat. § 119.071(5) (a) 6] 11. Registration information regarding sexual predators and sexual offenders [Authorized by Fla. Stat. § 943.04351 and required by Fla. Stat. § 119.071(5) (a) 2 & 6

(b) Volunteers are to always serve as positive role models.
i. Student Supervision and Welfare

ii. Threatening Behavior towards Staff MembersAnti-Discrimination / Harassment (students)

(c) Volunteers MUST keep confidential any information about a student or any related incident.

(d) Volunteers should exercise appropriate and responsible use of A Better Day Therapy, Learning Center technology, social media, and information systems.

(e) Volunteers must report suspected child abuse per Florida Statue 39.201.
i. Student Abuse and Neglect - In addition, any person, including teachers, administrators, support personnel, and other personnel who knows, or has reasonable cause to suspect that a child or student is the victim of childhood sexual abuse or the victim of a known or suspected juvenile sexual offender, shall report such knowledge or suspicion to the Department of Children and Families.