- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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3 people are interested
CASA child advocate
ORGANIZATION: CASA Kankakee County
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
3 people are interested
We are seeking volunteers to represent a child or sibling group in foster care. As a trained CASA you will represent children from your community of Kankakee county and be a voice for them in our court system. To learn more about being a CASA, please contact the Child Network office. We look forward to hearing from you!
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About CASA Kankakee County
Location:
171 N. West Ave., Ste. 1, Bradley, IL 60915, US
Mission Statement
CASA Kankakee County is a not-for-profit organization that advocates for the best interests of abused and neglected children within the Kankakee County court system. Based on the belief that children are entitled to a safe and permanent home, CASA Kankakee County is dedicated to working in the court system through trained community volunteers, in collaboration with key agencies, legal counsel, and community resources to serve as the child's advocate and represent the best interests of the child in Juvenile Court.
Description
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is a group of trained community volunteers who advocate for the best interests of a child that has been abused or neglected. CASA advocates insure that the best interests of the child are a priority and make recommendations to the court with that in mind.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
171 N. West Ave.Ste. 1Bradley, IL 60915
DATE POSTED
July 11, 2016
SKILLS
- Child Welfare
- Life Coaching
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Case Work / Management
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Approx. 10 hours per month
- Approx. 30 hour training (half on-line)