“ An Invitation to Service” Changing the Face of the VAVS

VAVS RECRUITMENT STRATEGY RECRUITING TACTICS Downward trend in total # of RS volunteers— REVERSED in FY FY 2009: (+3540) --FY 2008: NAC VAVS recruitment strategy and tactics working; despite upward trend increased efforts and recruitment prioritization critical At all levels, VACO/VAMC/NAC organizations: “Recruitment REMAINS a full time, year round responsibility”

Recruitment Tips National VAVS Representatives Develop organization Rep/Dep Training brief Regularly review/update Rep/Dep rosters by VAMC Coordinate with VAVS Chiefs to reconcile with local VAMC records of certified reps Review and update recruitment materials Review all quarterly reports for Rep/Dep attendance; remove/replace non-performers Review AJRs for annual review # RS volunteers/hours for up/down trends.