BECOME A CASA
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SHORT-TERM
VOLUNTEER PROJECTS
CHANGE A CHILD'S LIFE: BECOME A CASA
CHANGE A CHILD'S LIFE: BECOME A CASA
SHORT-TERM
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Whether you can give a couple hours a month or a couple hours per year, we welcome your support!
Short-term volunteer opportunities include service on a fundraising committee, sorting school supplies during our annual school supply drive, clerical support in the CASA office, handing out water to athletes at the Superhero Run, and more!
Complete our Volunteer Interest Form, so that we can match you with a volunteer opportunity that best suits your availability and interests.
A Court Appointed Special Advocate is a volunteer sworn in by a judge
to advocate for the best interest of children who have been abused and neglected and are dependent wards of the state. As a CASA, you are a beacon of hope for abused and neglected youth. You will change a child's life.
To become a CASA, you must complete our 30-hour training program. After being sworn in, you receive a case involving a child or siblings in foster care. The average time commitment is 8-12 hours per month for two years. By gathering information regarding the child's circumstances, attending court proceedings, and writing court reports, the CASA volunteer recommends medical, dental, educational and emotional services for the child, and ensures that hte child receives services ordered by the Court. We welcome volunteers with ASL and bilingual speaking abilities, volunteers with lived experience, and volunteers from underserved communities.
QUALIFICATIONS
ORIENTATION
CHANGE A CHILD'S STORY:
BECOME A CASA
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At least 21 yrs of age
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Passion for children in the community
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Pass criminal background checks
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Good written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to complete and maintain training
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Available to attend court hearings
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Two-year time commitment
Attend a virtual orientation to learn more! Email info@casamarionor.org or call (503) 967-6420 for the Zoom link.
