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.
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.
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.
Our friendly staff will guide you through each step of the process, answering your questions and providing you with the resources you need.
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.
