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Wayne, NJ 07470
Children in foster care need compassionate, dedicated community members to look out for their best interests and speak up when needed. CASA volunteers are partnered with a child or group of siblings who are involved in the child welfare system. Volunteers spend time with the child/children, gather information about his or her needs from the family, caretakers, teachers, doctors, and caseworkers, and make informed recommendations to the family court about the child’s future. The role of a CASA volunteer is simple: to advocate for whatever is in the best interest of the child/children. You don't need any educational background or special skills; we will provide all the training you need. In just 10 - 15 hours per month, you can make a difference in a child's life. The next volunteer training begins in January. We hope you join us (and children in foster care do, too)!
Date Posted: 2024-03-13
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Flexible Schedule
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Wayne, NJ 07470
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Passaic and Union Counties is seeking members for the Board of Trustees who has a passion to support youth in the child welfare system, combined with the talent to do so! Since 2007, CASA for Children has been working to keep every child safe from abuse and neglect and lift up their voices. Our goal is to mobilize all people passionate about children’s well-being, safety, and best interest - to become ambassadors in the greater community. CASA's core mission is to champion children's best interests in the child welfare system. The CASA Board of Trustees provides organizational leadership and vision, maintains high ethical standards in accordance with the organization’s values, engages in effective planning to respond to the needs of children, and acts as wise stewards of the organization’s resources. In the last three years, CASA has experienced exponential operational growth, now operating three separate programs serving children in the foster care system. During this time of progress and change, the Board of Trustees has three openings for volunteer members. Specifically, the organization is seeking people who meet one or more of the following criteria: Entrepreneurial business people and community members eager to engage their networks and contribute time and energy toward ensuring the well-being of children in need Leaders at agencies in higher education and vocational education are interested in strengthening program partnerships with us and the families we serve Professionals in media, PR, marketing, communications, technology, finance, and project management, willing to lend expertise to increase organizational awareness and support Primary care and public health professionals, as well as leaders in health associations with passion for protecting children at risk of abuse and neglect The CASA Board of Trustees are required to: Have a strongly held commitment to help provide safe and permanent homes for all children Attend monthly board meetings (virtually and in person) Actively serve on and contribute to one of our committees: Finance/Strategic Planning, Fund Development, Marketing & PR, Governance Advocate for the organizational needs of CASA in the community and among colleagues and peers Learn more about the field of child welfare as well as nonprofit governance Make a personal, charitable contribution to CASA, to the best of their ability If you want to actively become involved in a cause that will become one of the most worthwhile causes you will associate yourself with throughout your life, please contact us. Board members must commit to attending meetings on the 4th Wednesday of the month and pass a comprehensive background check.
Date Posted: 2024-03-13
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Flexible Schedule
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Wayne, NJ 07470
Did you know that more than 400 children and youth in Passaic County spent time in foster care last year? These infants, toddlers, elementary age kids, and older youth all need compassionate, caring adults on their side to provide advocacy and support during such a tumultuous time. You can be that person with only 15 hours per month. As a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer, you will help to ensure their needs are met and their best interests are represented. From helping siblings find permanent homes together to uncovering information that helps reunite a loving family, volunteer advocates make an incredible difference in the lives of abused and neglected children. Join us as an advocate and change a child's life.
Date Posted: 2024-03-13
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Flexible Schedule
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Wayne, NJ 07470
In only 8 - 15 hours per month, you can make a difference in a child's life as a volunteer bilingual advocate. More than fifty percent of children in the Passaic County foster care system identify as Hispanic. Unfortunately, there is a serious shortage of bilingual English/Spanish volunteers to advocate for their rights. When a child enters foster care, he or she is assigned a dedicated, trained Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer from Passaic County CASA. The child’s advocate ensures that their individual needs remain a priority while they move through the child welfare system and the family court. CASAs work one-on-one with the abused or neglected child, gathering information from the family, caretakers, teachers, doctors, and caseworkers in order to make informed recommendations to the family court about the child’s future. No experience or formal education needed! Join Passaic County CASA as a bilingual advocate, and change a child's life! Training begins in February, so contact Jessica Mickley at jessica@passaiccountycasa.org ASAP to get started.
Date Posted: 2024-03-13
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Flexible Schedule
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Wayne, NJ 07470
Children and teenagers in foster care need caring, compassionate adults to offer support and advocate for their needs while they are involved in the child welfare system. You can take on this role and change a child's life as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer. From helping siblings find permanent homes together to uncovering information that helps reunite a loving family, volunteer advocates make an incredible difference in the lives of abused and neglected children. The best way to learn about this volunteer opportunity is to attend an upcoming information session. During the information session, participants will hear about the foster care system, volunteer requirements, pre-service training, and how CASA volunteers change lives. Views dates and register here: https://www.passaiccountycasa.org/virtual-info-sessions
Date Posted: 2024-03-13
