In our classroom sessions, CASA volunteers are given the necessary tools and information needed to become a court appointed advocate. We provide 35 hours of education and training to prepare you to work with children who have been abused or neglected and are in the foster care system. Training topics include CASA roles and responsibilities, bonding and attachment, child abuse and neglect, cultural issues, effects of trauma (e.g. drug and alcohol addiction), domestic violence, mental illness (Adverse Childhood Experiences), communicating with children, conflict resolution and more. All classes must be completed before volunteers can graduate and be sworn-in as a CASA advocate.
You are required to attend an orientation meeting before submitting your application (see orientation schedule).
CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
UPCOMING TRAINING SESSIONS:
January 21 - February 4, 2020
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Beaverton Christian Church - 13600 SW Allen Blvd, Beaverton
Deadline to apply: January 7, 2020
March 3, 5, & 10, 2020: Noon - 5:00 PM
AND March 7, 2020 (Saturday): 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: CASA Office - 2514 Sykes Road, St. Helens
Deadline to apply: February 18, 2020
March 17 - 31, 2020
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: TBD
Deadline to apply: March 3, 2020
April 28 - May 19, 2020
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 5:30 - 9:00 PM
Location: TBD
Deadline to apply: April 14, 2020
May 26 - June 16, 2020
Tuesdays and Thursday: 5:30 - 9:00 PM
Location: Providence Medical Center - 4805 NE Glisan St, Portland
Deadline to apply: May 12, 2020
For training questions, please contact Yuko Spofford, Training Manager, at yuko.spofford@multco.us or (503) 988-4172.
ABOUT CASA
When a child who has been abused and neglected is going through the trauma of the court system, a CASA advocate is tirelessly working to guide them through safely, quickly, and effectively.
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