CASA Volunteer Application 
    You can download the CASA application here and submit it via email at info@athensoconeecasa.org or complete the form below. 
    Please complete all fields of the application prior to submission.

    General Information 

    Contact Information 

    Employment Information 

    Education/Skills Information
    ​Select any training or experience (salaried or volunteer) in any of the following categories:
    (NOTE: None is required to be a CASA Volunteer.)
    ​List any charges, arrests, and/or convictions, other than traffic violations, and list dates, county/state, and disposition of each. (An applicant having a charge or conviction for a crime involving a sex offense, child abuse or neglect or related acts that would pose risks to children or the CASA program’s credibility is disqualified as a CASA volunteer. Applicants with other misdemeanor or felony charges or convictions that would not pose a risk to children or negatively affect the credibility of the CASA program will be considered on a case-by-case basis considering the time passed since the incident and the level of rehabilitation.)

    Training Information

    ​When can you attend CASA training? Please check available times:

    References

    ​Please list names and contact information of 4 people (2 professional – salaried or volunteer work – and 2 personal – no family members, please). If currently employed, please list supervisor first.

    Essay Questions

    ​Please briefly answer the following questions. (Two to four sentences each is sufficient.)
     Upload a short autobiography
    Do more than list your milestones. Please cover a brief overview of your neighborhood and family life, your early role models and your adult accomplishments. Include, where possible, some analysis of your life’s direction and some discussion of goals met and future goals.
    Max file size: 20MB
    *Varies by program, generally 12-24 months

    Affirmation and Release

    I hereby affirm that the information contained in this application is correct and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that this information will be used in determining my eligibility as a Court Appointed Special Advocate, as well as to support any ongoing involvement with CASA. I understand that completing this application or gaining acceptance into the training does not of itself guarantee confirmation that I will be sworn in as a CASA volunteer or be appointed to a case and that such a decision is made after the entire screening and training process have been successfully completed. I further understand that both the CASA program and I have the ability to individually or mutually terminate this relationship at any point. This decision may occur at any time in the screening process, including after the interview or during the training, or after I am sworn in as a CASA volunteer. Any knowingly false or misleading statements or omissions made on this application or otherwise stated during the screening process shall be automatic grounds for dismissal.

    I understand that the CASA program will protect and maintain my personal information. Information is collected and stored for purposes related to the recruitment, screening, training and retention of CASA volunteers and will not be sold to third parties.

    Upon successful completion of my screening, training and acceptance as a volunteer, I understand that I will be expected to serve as an advocate for a length of time* as agreed upon/discussed with the CASA program personnel. If unforeseen circumstances prevent me from fulfilling this obligation, I will provide as much notice as possible and follow any procedures for notice, release and return of case-specific information, both digital and physical.

    I am aware that I may have access to sensitive information during training and court observation. During training, I will be provided with detailed information about how to protect and maintain confidential documents, reports, evaluations and other material in my capacity as a CASA volunteer to avoid any unauthorized disclosure.
    DISCLAIMER: By typing your name, you are signing this application electronically. You agree that your electronic signature is the legal equivalent of your manual signature on this application.
    The criteria used in the selection of CASA volunteers are designed to ensure that the individual is able to meet the responsibilities of a CASA volunteer.