Service Name
Guardians ad Litem Volunteer Opportunities
Eligibility
Open to persons at least 21 years of age. Volunteers 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. They must also provide three references to the local program coordinator.
Languages
Spanish
Fees
No cost
Address CountryCode
US
Service Hours
M - F 11 am - 5 pm
Service Description
Copy of drivers license, auto proof of insurance, and application packet.
Application/Referral Process
Visit website for application.
Description
A CASA volunteer is a sworn officer of the court whose job is to provide the child's Guardian at Litem 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 with the key parties in the child's life.
Service Point ID
21018
Operational Status
Operational
Telehealth
No
Minimum Age Served
21