Pre-Service Training Starts
January 24, 2023
January 24, 2023
The volunteer experience starts as a learning opportunity. The CASA program facilitators create a safe and supportive learning environment where volunteer candidates are encouraged to build knowledge and skills in child-welfare policy, judicial practices, CASA program values and best-interest advocacy. This training sets volunteers on a course to begin providing advocacy immediately upon appointment of a child.
Training is intended to build confidence and independent thinking so new volunteers will be inspired to put their all into carrying out best-interest advocacy for the children and families with whom they are assigned to work. Case studies bring the learning to life, as volunteers work with their peers to solve problems and offer solutions to situations that simulate real-world dilemmas.
Training is intended to build confidence and independent thinking so new volunteers will be inspired to put their all into carrying out best-interest advocacy for the children and families with whom they are assigned to work. Case studies bring the learning to life, as volunteers work with their peers to solve problems and offer solutions to situations that simulate real-world dilemmas.
QUALIFICATIONS
A CASA Volunteer must:
Complete the application form found here.
Regarding STEP 1: A staff member will contact you to schedule a pre-screening interview.
Regarding STEP 5: While CPS History checks are done electronically, Criminal History checks require in-person fingerprinting.
*Note: With permission, we may be able to pull records for persons in certain state employees who have been fingerprinted within two years.
Regarding STEP 5: In-person courtroom observation can be completed in person or by public access live video streaming.
A CASA Volunteer must:
- Be 21 years of age or older.
- Successfully pass screening and background check requirements.
- Successfully complete initial training provided by CASA of the Sabine Neches Region.
- Be able to make a 12-month minimum commitment to a case.
- Be able to keep information confidential and work within established program guidelines.
Complete the application form found here.
- Participate in a Pre-Screening Interview (see note below)
- Complete the Volunteer Agreements Packet
- Complete a CPS History Check
- Complete a Criminal Background Check (requires fingerprinting, see note below)
- Complete 32 hours of Pre-service Training
- Complete Privacy and Security Training (approximately one hour)
- Complete 2 hours of Court Observation (see note below)
Regarding STEP 1: A staff member will contact you to schedule a pre-screening interview.
Regarding STEP 5: While CPS History checks are done electronically, Criminal History checks require in-person fingerprinting.
*Note: With permission, we may be able to pull records for persons in certain state employees who have been fingerprinted within two years.
Regarding STEP 5: In-person courtroom observation can be completed in person or by public access live video streaming.
Online Volunteer Pre-Service Training
Advocates NeededCASA of the Sabine Neches Region needs volunteers to help with the many fundraising events and community activities throughout the year. Check back here, or click the link below to learn about upcoming volunteer opportunities!
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In- Person Training Sessions CASA 4.0
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Advocate Swearing InAs officers of the court, our volunteers ensure that the children’s needs are recognized and best interests are considered both in the courtroom and in the community.
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