Volunteer Reference Check Script

Reference’s Name: _________________________________ Phone: _____________

Volunteer’s Name: _________________________________ ___________________

Reference Check done by:___________________________ Date:________________

Hello, this is ___ from Literacy Partners of Manitoba. I am calling to get a reference for ______________. He/she has applied to be one of our _____________ volunteers.

Do you have a few minutes right now to answer a few questions? Yes No

If not, when is best to call back? ___________________________________________

How long have you known him/her _________________________________________

How do you know him/her?
Employer	Volunteer Supervisor	Family member
Teacher	Coach	Friend
Other ________________________________________________________________

What did the candidate do for you?

Were they:
able to accomplish their assignments	reliable
punctual	friendly, positive outlook
mature	willing to learn new skills

How did they handle frustrating situations?

Did they ask questions if they were unsure about their assignment?

He/she will be working with_________ (children/youth/adults). Would you recommend them for this type of volunteer work? Why or why not?

Is there anything else you would like to comment on?

Thank you very much for your time.