Volunteer Advocates Needed - CASA of River Valley

The CASA of River Valley program recruits, trains and supervises volunteers to represent the best interests of children in abuse and neglect cases in Will and Grundy Counties. CASA volunteers act as the voices of these children, helping to navigate the juvenile court system and ensuring their needs are met. CASAs become their children’s primary sources of hope for finding safe, permanent homes.

Looking for volunteers who -

• Adult (prefer at least age 23).
• Must demonstrate general computer competency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Pass a criminal history check, personal reference checks and a personal interview.
• Complete 33 hours of hybrid pre-service training.
• Have a sincere interest in the welfare of children, good verbal and written communication skills.
• Have some flexibility with your schedule, and the time to serve as a child’s advocate.

A CASA’s volunteer time varies with each case, and each week. Hours are flexible. A CASA can expect to spend approximately 5 hours a month working on a case once training is complete. The majority of CASA volunteers have full or part-time jobs and are able to meet their advocacy responsibilities. Due to the sensitive nature of our work with children, we ask our volunteers to provide a 2-year commitment. We want the children to have a consistent volunteer as caseworkers and even foster homes can change.