We can’t change a foster kid’s past but we can help them to change their story! Become a Court Appointed Special Advocate and you help a foster kid to navigate the foster care system.
The average foster kid changes home and school 7 times during their time as a foster kid. As a CASA, you are the one consistent adult in their lives and with one focus: the best interests of that kid.
We provide:
engaging and empowering training (30 hours)
a team to offer ongoing support and guidance
Time required:
It takes 8-10 hours a month.
Must be 21 yrs. and pass background check
During COVID:
Some at-risk children are not being seen regularly by teachers and other community members so that abuse and neglect might go undetected. CASAs stand in the gap.
Mission Statement Inspiring hope and transforming lives. Guiding Principles Respecting the dignity of human life from conception to death Calling for participation in family and community Advocating for the poor and vulnerable Benefiting people by contributing to their freedom and independence Serving One universal family Core Values Integrity Responsibility Respect Resiliency Hope
Description
www.nvcss.org/casa: CASA is a nationwide program that has a positive impact on the lives of children in the foster care system. Between Butte, Glenn, Shasta and Tehama Counties, there are over 1,000 children in foster care. These children may have between 2 to 14 foster placements or more in their lifetime and others may spend their entire life in the foster care system. The CASA program gives a voice to the children of Northern California.
Advocacy & Human Rights
Children & Youth
Justice & Legal
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Multiple locationsCorning, CA 96021
(39.92766,-122.17915)
DATE POSTED
May 5, 2021
SKILLS
Child Welfare
Child Advocacy
Networking
People Skills
Problem Solving
Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
Must be at least 21
Orientation or Training
8-10 hours a month until the foster child finds a permanent placement or one year.
Virtual Training Available / Able to work in Butte, Glenn, Shasta, OR Tehama Counties
