Essential Job Functions

• Accept responsibility for the management and record keeping of a case assigned to the volunteer by a Family Court Judge
• Interview the appropriate parties and document interactions for future reference and potential use as evidence in court proceedings
• Maintain confidential records regarding the case including: appointment schedules, interview notes, medical records, court papers, and other documented information pertinent to the case
• Attend all court hearings, foster care reviews, family team and case planning meetings, and all other hearings and meetings that pertain to the child whom he or she is representing
• Ensure that the child's best interests are represented at every stage of the case
• Submit recommendations concerning the case to the court in a signed, written report
• Report any new incidents of child abuse or neglect to your assigned Advocate Volunteer Manager and the appropriate authorities
• Contact your child(ren), assigned Advocate Volunteer Manager, and other interested parties involved in the case at least once per month
• Act in a professional manner consistent with the standards established by the National CASA  organization
• Dress and act professionally when performing any duties associated with the case
• Avoid any potential conflict of interest, including prior familiarity with anyone associated with the child and becoming involved in cases that include family members

Qualifications

• Must be 21 and older
• Must pass extensive background check
• Successful completion of high school diploma or GED requirements
• Previous experience with child development and family relationship dynamics
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational and record keeping skills
• Dependable personal transportation with state-mandated insurance coverage
• Ability to interact with individuals of different socioeconomic, cultural, and educational backgrounds in a variety of circumstances
• Ability to interact professionally and objectively when faced with hostile, angry, frightened, and/or abusive individuals
• Ability to gather and record factual information accurately
• Ability to maintain confidential information and records
• Successful completion of the classroom and court experience training mandated by National CASA Standards, as well as board-mandated training and development activities

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work under stress and in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to work under conditions, which require sitting, standing, walking, reaching, bending and stooping
• Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with a disability, as necessary

Reporting Relationship

CASA volunteers report directly to the assigned Advocate Volunteer Manager and/or Executive Director

Complete our Volunteer Application and we will contact you with details on how you can begin making an important impact within our community!

CASA Volunteer Application Form

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