CASA Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Montcalm CASA
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Montcalm CASA provides a voice for abused and neglected children in the juvenile justice system by providing advocacy for their needs and ensuring a permanent and safe home.
More opportunities with Montcalm CASA
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Montcalm CASA
Location:
P.O. Box 925, Stanton, MI 48888, US
Mission Statement
Montcalm CASA provides a voice for abused and neglected children in the juvenile justice system by providing advocacy for their needs and ensuring a permanent.
Description
A CASA volunteer works with attorneys, social workers, school personnel, health care providers, parents and any others who are involved with the child. From the information gathered, the CASA will make recommendations to the judge as to what is in the best interest of the child. The term 'best interest' is defined as "a safe, permanent home as quickly as possible". As objective observers, they explain the legal events to the child and allow the child to express his or her own feelings, hopes, and opinions. CASA volunteers are not mentors, but advocates on behalf of children, and the child's wishes are also expressed to the court.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
P.O. Box 925Stanton, MI 48888
DATE POSTED
November 28, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 40 hours initial training, 2 visits a month