CASA of North Texas
309 S. Commerce Street
Gainesville, Texas 76240
Ph. 940-665-2244
Q.
What are the qualifications of a CASA Volunteer?
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  • At least 21 years of age
  • Completion of Volunteer Advocate Application
  • Completion of Personal Interview with program staff
  • Successful completion of Criminal Background Check
  • Successful completion of Child Abuse Background Check
  • Provide four references
  • Successful completion of 30 hours of pre-service training
    provided by CASA
Q.
What are the responsibilities of a CASA Volunteer?
  • Completion of 12 or more continuing education hours of training
    annually
  • Respect of child's inherent right to grow up with dignity in a safe
    environment that meets the child's best interests
  • Ensure that the child's best interests are represented at every
    stage of a case
  • Report any new incidents of child abuse/neglect to the casework
    supervisor and appropriate authorities
  • Review records and interview appropriate parties involved in the
    assigned case, including the child, to determine if a permanent
    plan has been created for the child and whether appropriate
    services are being provided to the child and family.
  • Facilitate prompt, thorough reviews of the case
  • Attend court hearings, staffings, and meetings which pertain to the
    child
  • Maintain complete records and documentation about the case,
    including appointments, interviews, and information gathered
    about the child
  • Submit recommendations concerning the case to the court in a
    written report
  • Maintain contact with CASA casework supervisor and other parties
    involved in the case, including the child, according to the Texas
    CASA minimum standards of the working a case
  • Maintain complete confidentiality regarding information about the
    case
  • Exhibit professionalism in behavior and appearance following the
    CASA standards of conduct
  • Is not related to any parties involved in a case assigned to him/her
    or employed in a position and/or agency that might result in a
    conflict of interest
  • Does not provide direct services to any parties that could lead to a
    conflict of interest or potential liability, or cause a child or family to
    become dependent on the CASA volunteer for services that
    should be provided other agencies or organizations
  • Adhere to Texas CASA minimum standards of working a case
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Q.
What are the time committments of a CASA Volunteer?
  • Once assigned to a case, a CASA volunteer makes a commitment
    to the case for at least one year and preferably until a permanent
    placement is found for the child.
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