The mission of CASA is to provide voice and advocacy for abused and neglected children by serving as the eyes and ears of a Judge. CASA in Louisiana served over 3,400 abused and neglected children in 2006 through recruiting, training, and supporting over 1,300 volunteers. CASA volunteers are everyday, Louisiana citizens who have taken up the challenge and have become heroes for our most at-risk victims. The number of children needing a CASA volunteer continues to grow, however, and all local programs have reported a need for more volunteers to meet the increased demands placed on their individual programs. For more information, please visit our website
http://www.louisianacasa.org/
We need you to become part of our AmeriCorps*VISTA team. Join a network of dedicated individuals working to increase awareness of the CASA program and recruit new CASA volunteers, to help fulfill the needs of local programs. Positions are available for various areas of Louisiana, including Lafayette, LaPlace, Deridder, Alexandria, New Orleans and Metairie.
AmeriCorps*VISTA members are asked to make a one year service commitment and receive a stipend of $833 per month. Other benefits include basic health coverage, $4725 education award, childcare assistance for those who qualify, student loan deferment/forbearance, and student loan interest accrual payment- in addition to many opportunities for personal and professional growth. This position is not available to individuals with outside commitments such as school or employment.
Position Requirements:
Good written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently
Basic computer skills (including Microsoft Word and Excel)
Experience with volunteer recruitment is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree (preferred but not required)
Valid driver's license
