Service Name
Guardians ad Litem Volunteer Opportunities
Eligibility
Open to persons at least 21 years of age. Must pass a BCI background check and Child Abuse Registry screening, be fingerprinted, commit to 5-10 hours per month, complete 32 hours of training, complete 12 hours of continuing education each year, commit to driving as needed to fulfill duties and be committed to serving children.
Languages
Spanish
Fees
No cost
Address CountryCode
US
Service Hours
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Service Description
Copy of drivers license, auto proof of insurance, and application packet.
Service URL
utahcasa.org/become-a-volunteer/
Application/Referral Process
Application available online.
Description
Volunteer is a sworn officer of the court whose job is to provide the child's attorney and the juvenile court judge an independent assessment of the circumstances of the child. The CASA's report is drawn from their visits with the child and the key parties in the child's life. Can also speak with the child's teacher to follow up with their educational needs. If possible, the advocate attends all court hearings pertaining to the child with the Guardian ad Litem. Hearing dates are usually set in advance and approximately three months apart.
Service Point ID
6441
Operational Status
Archived
Telehealth
No
Minimum Age Served
21