To have a Stronger Presence, A Stronger Voice...A Strong Support System is Key. We are seeking professional, motivated, and dedicated community members who have a passion for child advocacy.
Our goal is to fill the volunteer spots with various backgrounds and diversity in ethnicity, both male and female. Major board responsibilities are "Friend"raising (Community Awareness/Outreach), Utilizing personal Circle of Influence, and supporting Fundraising/Special Events. The board also ensures the recognition of CASA volunteers and supports the staff in child advocacy efforts. Potential board member must be engaged, active, committed, and dedicated.
Houston County Juvenile Justice Complex, 206 Carl Vinson Parkway, Warner Robins, GA 31088, US
Mission Statement
To recruit, train, supervise & retain culturally responsive volunteers to advocate for the "best interest" of abused and/or neglected children in Houston County; one child at a time.
Description
Every year more than half a million abused and neglected children are in need of safe, permanent, nurturing homes. That's where CASA steps in. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) was created in 1977 to make sure the abuse and neglect these children originally suffered at home doesn't continue as abuse and neglect at the hands of the system. As trained advocates, CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to be a voice for these children in court. The result is that a child is placed into a safe, loving home where he/she can thrive. It is the CASA vision to provide a volunteer for each and every abused and neglected child who needs one.
Board Development
Children & Youth
Justice & Legal
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity, with no fixed address.
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DATE POSTED
February 10, 2021
SKILLS
Child Welfare
People Skills
Fundraising
Relationship Building
Professional Development
Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
People 55+
Group
REQUIREMENTS
Driver's License Needed
Background Check
Must be at least 21
Orientation or Training
3 year term
Attend 80% of board meeting (July, September, November, January, March, May). Typically, 4th Monday of the month.
