Advocate Child or Youth in Union County's Foster Care System

Volunteer Opportunity

Every year more than half a million abused and neglected children are in need of safe, permanent, nurturing homes.

That's where CASA steps in. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) was created in 1977 to make sure the abuse and neglect these children originally suffered at home doesn't continue as abuse and neglect at the hands of the system. As trained advocates, CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to be a voice for these children in court. The result is that a child has an individual advocate to speak for them in court.

It is the CASA vision to provide a volunteer for each and every abused and neglected child who needs one.

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 15 hours per month, you can make a difference in a child's life. The next volunteer training begins very soon! We hope you join us!

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. View dates and register here https //(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-session