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Casa Volunteer Advocate | Knox County Court Appointed Special Advocates Program (CASA)

116 East High Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

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Eligibility
Open to the public. CASA Volunteers are everyday people from all walks of life. Apply at: https://advocatesforfamilies.org/programs/casa-court-appointed-special-advocate/ NOTE: There is a place on the application to select Knox or Ashland County.
Required documents

Hours
Mon-Fri 8am-3pm.
Application process
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must successfully pass screening requirements
  • Written Application
  • Personal Interview
  • Reference Check and Criminal/Civil Background investigation.
  • Must have access to a computer with basic computer skills.
  • Successfully complete the free 30 hour per-service training.
Fees
None.
Service area
Knox County, Ohio
The Advocates for Families CASA Program is seeking caring adults to volunteer in Knox County. Volunteer duties include making contact with the child once a month; full case investigation reviewing all relevant documents; meet with anyone who has information regarding the child, including but not limited to case workers teachers, medical professionals; maintain written documentation: maintain complete confidentiality; attend all court hearings and meetings; complete annual continued education hours as required by Ohio Supreme Court Rule 48 guidelines. NOTE: CASA supervisor walks alongside each volunteer throughout the life of each case.
Last assured
02/12/2026
Providing organization
Knox County Court Appointed Special Advocates Program (CASA)
The Knox CASA Program is a nonprofit organization that offers volunteer opportunities while advocating for children who have experienced abuse, neglect or dependency. CASA volunteers advocate for the child's wishes and best interests in the Juvenile Court system. The Knox CASA program speaks on behalf of the child only, not for any other involved party to the case.