CASA Volunteer - Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn about topics like; Trauma, Resilience, Mental Health, Poverty, Substance Use, Domestic Violence, Cultural Competence, Communication Skills and more.

Most of our volunteer advocates carry only one case at a time allowing them to focus on the needs for one family at a time.

CASA Volunteers commit to spending an average of 15 hours per month for the duration of the case.

Volunteers must be 21 years of age and pass all background screenings and reference checks. All applicants must complete an application, personal interview, and complete all training requirements. Individuals should have some computer skills including email and Microsoft Word.

Many of the children served by our agency are placed outside of their home. Additionally, children from this area that are placed in foster homes may be placed throughout the state of Kansas.

CASA Volunteer Training consists of approximately 30 hours. Courses run four times each year, one night a week over 8 weeks. Individuals must attend all sessions to complete the course.