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2 people are interested
CASA Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: CASA for Kids of East Texas
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
A CASA Volunteer must:
- Be 21 years of age or older.
- Successfully pass screening and background check requirements.
- Successfully complete initial training provided by the CASA for Kids of East Texas program.
- Be willing to commit to the CASA child(ren) for the duration of the case.
- Be able to keep information confidential and work within established program guidelines.
More opportunities with CASA for Kids of East Texas
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About CASA for Kids of East Texas
Location:
3616 West Way St., Tyler, TX 75703, US
Mission Statement
The mission of CASA for Kids of East Texas is to make life-changing differences by advocating for the best interests of children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Our staff and trained community volunteers achieve this by identifying children's needs, recommending services, connecting with support systems, and advocating for safety and permanency.
Description
Imagine what it feels like to be the person who shows a child that heroes still walk the earth and that not all grown-ups are the same. You can be the one to restore a child’s faith in people and give them hope for the future. Think about a time in your life when you felt very alone, and someone came to stand beside you. Do you remember what a gift that was? You can give that same gift to an abused or neglected child as a Court Appointed Special Advocate(r).
CASA for Kids of East Texas is a non-profit organization that mobilizes community volunteers to help break the cycle of child abuse. These volunteers advocate for children involved in the family court system in Smith, Van Zandt, and Wood counties. Child Protective Services (CPS) has removed these children from their homes and now reside in foster care. CASA(r) volunteers have an opportunity to effect real change in the lives of these children by advocating for their best interests in court.
In 2022, CASA for Kids of East Texas had almost 200 active volunteers, serving about 600 children. Because of the infinite number of child abuse cases, more children need help. Do you have it in you to be a hero? Please consider joining our CASA team or partnering with us through your financial gifts. For more information, call 903.597.7725.
Staff help throughout the application and training process and provide continual support and guidance to volunteer advocates.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
3616 West Way St.Tyler, TX 75703
DATE POSTED
March 13, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training