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58 people are interested
Change a Child's Life - Become a CASA Volunteer in Berkshire County!
ORGANIZATION: 18 Degrees (formerly Berkshire Children and Families)
Please visit the new page to apply.
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58 people are interested
A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) serves as a voice for children who are involved in the juvenile court system in cases of abuse and neglect. Meet with children and the people involved with their care to gather information for a judge to determine the best and safest place for them to live. This is an intense volunteer opportunity that requires an interview, a 30-hour training and a commitment of 18 months or until the child or children are in a safe and permanent home.
Our volunteers come from all walks of life. You do not need to have a legal or social work background to become a CASA - we will train you. Spanish speaking volunteers needed!
Upcoming Training Schedule: Trainings are currently held several times per year. You must be able to attend all or most of the training in order to complete the 30-hour CASA pre-service training requirement. Please contact us for the dates of the next training opportunity.
1 More opportunity with 18 Degrees (formerly Berkshire Children and Families)
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About 18 Degrees (formerly Berkshire Children and Families)
Location:
480 WEST ST STE 2, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201, US
Mission Statement
Every child in a family; every family in a community
Description
18 Degrees serves the people and families in our communities - whether by birth, choice, or circumstance. Our services respectfully provide the support people need to be able to discover possibilities that may not otherwise be clear. 18 Degrees develops respectful, inclusive partnerships with those we serve, walking side by side, together as the way to their goals and new beginnings come to light.
18 Degrees promotes the well-being of children and the strength of families to build better communities in the Berkshires and Pioneer Valley. We provide education, parenting skills and support, prevention and intervention, advocacy, and life skills across a spectrum of programs serving children and families in four areas: early childhood education and care, foster care and adoption, child and family well-being, youth and community development.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
480 West StreetPittsfield, MA 01201
DATE POSTED
October 11, 2024
SKILLS
- Critical Thinking
- People Skills
- Resource Development / Management
- Basic Computer Skills
- Child Welfare
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Approximately 8 - 10 hours per month
- Court appearances approximately every 3 months, occasional daytime availability for communication