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7 people are interested
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Volunteers Needed
ORGANIZATION: CASA of Central Oregon
Please visit the new page to apply.
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7 people are interested
A CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer is a trained community member who is appointed by a judge to represent the best interest of a child or family of children in the court system. Volunteers spend an average of 10-15 hours a month advocating for these children until their case closes, often for several years.. They get to know the child while also gathering information from the child's family, teachers, doctors, care-givers and anyone else involved in the child's life.
CASA volunteers are entitled to access information about the child's situation and are required to make independent and informed recommendations to help the judge decide what’s best for the child. The CASA volunteer is an integral piece of the equation in determining the child's long term placement.
More opportunities with CASA of Central Oregon
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About CASA of Central Oregon
Location:
1029 NW 14th Street, Suite 100, Bend, OR 97703, US
Mission Statement
CASA is central to fulfilling society’s most fundamental obligation by protecting a child’s right to be safe, to be treated with dignity and respect and to learn and grow in the safe embrace of a loving family
Description
CASA of Central Oregon believes every child who's been abused or neglected deserves to have a dedicated advocate speaking up for their best interest in court, at school and in our community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1029 NW 14th Street, Suite 100Bend, OR 97703
DATE POSTED
May 26, 2021
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 40 hours of training, 10-15 hours a month once assigned to a case.
- CASA volunteers come from every walk of life. They all share a common desire to improve the lives of children. Volunteers complete a screening interview, background and reference checks, and 40 hours of training and courtroom observation. After b