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CASA Volunteer

A CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) is a trained volunteer who stands up for children in foster care due to abuse or neglect. Judges rely on CASA volunteers to provide crucial insight, ensure each child’s needs are met, and recommend the safest, most permanent outcome. For many children, their CASA is the one consistent adult they can count on.

Across ten West Texas counties, nearly 270 children needed an advocate last year—and more volunteers are urgently needed. Without a CASA, a child can easily be overlooked in a strained system.

 

Who Can Volunteer? 

We welcome caring adults who: 

  • Are 21 or older
  • Are willing to commit at least one year to supporting a child’s journey
  • Feel comfortable talking with people like teachers, relatives, and caregivers
  • Can remain objective while keeping the child’s best interest at heart
  • Communicate clearly, both in writing and in person
  • Handle emotional situations with compassion and maturity
  • Are open to learning through our training program
  • Can complete required background checks

Want a bit more information first? Give us a call at 432-683-1114 ext. 16, email or complete our Volunteer Inquiry Form and someone will contact you soon! 

Are you ready to make a difference? 

Follow these steps to Become A CASA Volunteer!

  • Step One: Apply

    To become a CASA Volunteer complete the Volunteer Application HERE

    Please Note: You must complete the application in a single session; you will not be able to save and return to it later.

    Applications must be submitted one week before the preferred training date. 

  • Step Two: Interview

    Once we receive your application, our Volunteer Coordinator, Sara Basaldua, will contact you and schedule an in-person interview. 

    During the interview, Sara will guide you through the expectations, the training schedule and make sure all your questions are answered.

    Applicants must successfully pass screening, background checks, and fingerprint requirements.

  • Step Three: Train

    During Pre‑Service Training, you’ll complete 39 impactful hours of instruction, featuring engaging classroom sessions, online learning, and a chance to observe court in action.

     

  • Step Four: Advocate

    Once training is completed you will be sworn in by a judge and able to start advocating for a child in need. As a CASA Volunteer advocating for a child, you will: 

    • LEARN- Learn all you can about the child and his or her family and life.
    • ENGAGE- Engage with the child(ren) during regular visits.
    • COLLABORATE- Collaborate with others to ensure that necessary services are provided and are in the child(ren)’s best interest.
    • REPORT- Report what you learned and observed to the court.
    • RECOMMEND- Speak up for the child(ren)’s best interests in court. Make recommendations regarding the child’s placement and needed services and monitor the child’s situation until the case is released by the court.

A Pre-Service Training is required for all new CASA Volunteers. Check out our upcoming training dates! 

Please note you have to complete a Volunteer Application to enroll in training. 

 

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