Interested in Volunteering?
VOLUNTEER TRAINING
Our next training class will be:
July 10th, 12th, 17, and 19th!
Each night is mandatory to attend. Class will be from 5:30-8pm each night. Dinner will be served :)
Have you ever wanted to speak up for a child? Do you want to make a difference? Become a CASA volunteer! Be the their voice in court and help shape their future.
If you are interested in becoming a CASA Volunteer please click on the Volunteer tab above, or contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Casey Hallmark at (432) 498-4174. We would love to speak with you about becoming a Volunteer Advocate for children of the Permian Basin Area.
Don't miss out on our next training class.
Our kids needs someone like you to stand up and be their voice in court. Its a great way to give back and make a difference.
How can I become a CASA?
We at CASA of the Permian Basin Area appreciate you taking the time to learn more about our agency and volunteers. A CASA Volunteer must be 21 years of age, be able to pass an extensive criminal and Child Protective Services history background check, participate in an in-depth training program and be willing to commit at least one year of service.
The first step is to download the volunteer application, fill it out, and return it to our office. Download the application by clicking on the file below. Also, please click on the Online Training Set up link to see how to begin that portion of the training.
We at CASA of the Permian Basin Area appreciate you taking the time to learn more about our agency and volunteers. A CASA Volunteer must be 21 years of age, be able to pass an extensive criminal and Child Protective Services history background check, participate in an in-depth training program and be willing to commit at least one year of service.
The first step is to download the volunteer application, fill it out, and return it to our office. Download the application by clicking on the file below. Also, please click on the Online Training Set up link to see how to begin that portion of the training.
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If you have trouble downloading the application or have any questions about becoming a CASA Volunteer, please feel free to contact our us at (432) 498-4174.
Completed applications can be emailed to our Volunteer Coordinator at casey@casapba.org, mailed to or dropped off at our office. We look forward to hearing from you!
CASA of the Permian Basin Area, Inc.
300 N Grant, Suite 207
Odessa, TX 79761
Phone: (432) 498-4174
What is CASA?
When a child enters the foster care system because his or her home is no longer safe, a judge may appoint a committed volunteer to help them. That volunteer is called a Court Appointed Special Advocate™, or CASA. CASA programs are non-profit organizations that recruit, train and support volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in foster care. CASA volunteers help guide these children through the foster care system to safe, permanent homes.
Who is a CASA?
CASA volunteers are everyday people – teachers, business people, retirees, stay-at-home moms and grandparents – who give their time to help a child or set of siblings through the foster care system. CASAs receive at least 30 hours training prior to working with a child as well as ongoing training and individual support from CASA staff. A CASA volunteer is appointed by a judge in a child protection case to represent the best interests of the child in court, in school, and in agency meetings until the case is closed or until the child finds a safe, permanent home. Unlike everyone else in the child protection system, a CASA volunteer works on one case at a time – one child or a set of siblings. Therefore, CASAs really get to know the child/ren and their particular needs, and they can give their case the sustained, personal attention it deserves.
What do CASA's do?
CASA volunteers get to know the child they are appointed to, research case records, and speak to everyone involved in the child’s life, including their family members, teachers, doctors, lawyers, social workers and others. They monitor the progress of the child and his or her family in the child protection system. They advocate for the best interests of the child in court, in school, and in agency meetings. They make written and oral recommendations to the court regarding the child’s current and future needs. Their independent evaluations help the judge make informed decisions in the case and help guide the child to a safe, permanent home as quickly as possible.
I still have questions. Where can I find more information?
There are some excellent resources under FAQ on the Texas CASA Website (click here). You can also learn more about volunteering on the National CASA website (click here). If these websites still don't help answer your questions, feel free to contact us.
Completed applications can be emailed to our Volunteer Coordinator at casey@casapba.org, mailed to or dropped off at our office. We look forward to hearing from you!
CASA of the Permian Basin Area, Inc.
300 N Grant, Suite 207
Odessa, TX 79761
Phone: (432) 498-4174
What is CASA?
When a child enters the foster care system because his or her home is no longer safe, a judge may appoint a committed volunteer to help them. That volunteer is called a Court Appointed Special Advocate™, or CASA. CASA programs are non-profit organizations that recruit, train and support volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in foster care. CASA volunteers help guide these children through the foster care system to safe, permanent homes.
Who is a CASA?
CASA volunteers are everyday people – teachers, business people, retirees, stay-at-home moms and grandparents – who give their time to help a child or set of siblings through the foster care system. CASAs receive at least 30 hours training prior to working with a child as well as ongoing training and individual support from CASA staff. A CASA volunteer is appointed by a judge in a child protection case to represent the best interests of the child in court, in school, and in agency meetings until the case is closed or until the child finds a safe, permanent home. Unlike everyone else in the child protection system, a CASA volunteer works on one case at a time – one child or a set of siblings. Therefore, CASAs really get to know the child/ren and their particular needs, and they can give their case the sustained, personal attention it deserves.
What do CASA's do?
CASA volunteers get to know the child they are appointed to, research case records, and speak to everyone involved in the child’s life, including their family members, teachers, doctors, lawyers, social workers and others. They monitor the progress of the child and his or her family in the child protection system. They advocate for the best interests of the child in court, in school, and in agency meetings. They make written and oral recommendations to the court regarding the child’s current and future needs. Their independent evaluations help the judge make informed decisions in the case and help guide the child to a safe, permanent home as quickly as possible.
I still have questions. Where can I find more information?
There are some excellent resources under FAQ on the Texas CASA Website (click here). You can also learn more about volunteering on the National CASA website (click here). If these websites still don't help answer your questions, feel free to contact us.
