Who Can Be an Advocate?
Can you be a CASA volunteer? All it really takes is a caring heart.
BECOME AN ADVOCATE
Welcome! We know you are here for a reason: either you are considering becoming a CASA volunteer or you care about kids in your community. Either way, we are glad you’re here.
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CASA/GAL of Miami County trains new volunteers two to three times a year. The first step is for you to complete our online application, which includes three references. We will then schedule a personal interview and conduct a background check—all to make sure you are a good fit for our program.
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As a CASA volunteer you are required to complete 30 hours of pre-service training. We base training times on your availability, usually four to six hours a week for six weeks. You will be trained by our staff members and community experts, all of whom will equip you to be a competent and caring CASA volunteer. We ask that you make a two-year commitment given that CASA advocates are often the only consistent person in the child’s life during the court process.
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Our friendly staff will guide you through each step of the process, answering your questions and providing you with the resources you need.
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Are you ready to begin? Click here online volunteer application.
Please feel to email us at info@miamicountycasa.org.
How we help kids
When Child Protective Services has to step in for abused and neglected kids, CASA/GAL of Miami County stands ready with trained volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates to protect the best interest of each child in court—ensuring a positive outcome for safety and a chance to thrive.
THE CASA MODEL.
