CASA Volunteers
are individuals who are appointed by a Family Court Judge to speak for
the best interests of an abused and/or neglected child. A CASA
volunteer is an official part of the judicial proceedings, working
alongside attorneys and social workers in an effort to offer an
additional perspective on an abuse and neglect case. Direct supervision
of the CASA volunteers is provided by the CASA Volunteer Coordinator and
the Court’s Deputy Director/FOC.
CASA volunteers
have a broad range of duties and responsibilities. They will meet, face
to face with the assigned child at least every 30 days. They will
review appropriate records and reports and observe the child interacting
with other significant family members. Furthermore, they will meet with
school officials, doctors, and others who may have additional facts
regarding the case. All of these findings will then be incorporated
into a report to the Court. They will also attend all court hearings
regarding the case and help assure that the best interests of the child
are being met at all times.
If you have a big
heart, love children, and have time that you can offer to the Circuit
Court, you may well be a perfect candidate to become a CASA volunteer.
For further information contact:
