Member Recruitment

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Member Recruitment

• New Program Directors Training
• September 23-25, 2009
• Tallahassee, FL

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Important Tips.

• Choose the ambassadors for your program wisely
• Recruit year-round - Always be on the lookout
  for a potential member
• Recruitment has a direct link to higher retention
  rates
• Utilize a variety of recruiting methods

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Where to start.

• Targeted vs. Warm Body Recruitment
• Clarify what you need and what you offer
• Develop leads
• Interview potential members
• Keep an active file of potential members
• Hiring, ongoing screening orientation

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Proven Strategies.

• Planning your Recruitment Process
• Cindy Hice, Putnam Reads
• Recruiting a Diverse Corps
• Jennifer Akinvoyua, Trinity Church
• Recruiting Male Volunteers
• Carolyn Lynn, Duval Reads

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Let your members spread the word!

• One member brought her Mother-in-law (new member)
• One member brought her friend (new member )
• One member brought a friend from school (new
  member)

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Useful Tools for Recruiting

• AmeriCorps Website
• The Resource Center Tools
• Current Members / Alumni
• Team Interview
• Volunteer for a Week (Trial Period)
• Other AmeriCorps Program Staff

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Must.no exceptions!

• Meet minimum program requirements
• Meet eligibility requirements
• Pass a background screening
• Have reliable transportation
• Have excellent references
• Be personable
• Look the part

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• Q A
• Recruitment Activity