Volunteer Training
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Become the voice of a child in need with our comprehensive training program. Investing in 33 hours of training will give you the tools to advocate for an abused/neglected child while he or she navigates the foster care system.
After completing the training, you will know how to help our children and families overcome the circumstances that brought them into care such as substance abuse, domestic violence, mental health and more.
Scroll through the below training calendar to find a date that fits your schedule and apply today.
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER Training Schedule:
AUGUST 21st – September 2nd
Virtual Training
Saturday, August 21st
10 AM – 3 PM
Introduction/Welcome
Juvenile Law
Confidentiality
CASA Overview
Optima
Cultural Competency
Tuesday, August 24th
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Cycle of Abuse
The Impact of Trauma on Childhood Development
Vicarious Trauma and Self-Care
Continuing Education Units
Thursday, August 26th
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
What to do Before, During and After You Meet Your Child
Verbal vs Nonverbal Communication
Saying the Right Thing vs Doing the Right Thing
Developing Rapport/Gaining Trust
CASA Email
Saturday, August 28th
10 AM – 3 PM
Gathering Information
Writing the Court Report
What a CASA Can and Cannot Do
Tuesday, August 31st
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
The Impact of Substance Abuse
Mental Illness Awareness
Thursday, September 2nd
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
CASA Advocate Panel
Funding for this project has been provided in part by the County through the use of Community Development Block Grant funds made available by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Upcoming Training Dates
October 2021
16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28
January/February 2022
1/22, 1/25, 1/27, 1/29, 2/1, 2/3
February/March
2/26, 3/1, 3/3, 3/5, 3/8, 3/10
April/May
4/23, 4/26, 4/28, 4/30, 5/3, 5/5
CASA of River Valley
3200 McDonough Street
Joliet, IL 60431
815.730.7072
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CASA of River Valley is a United Way agency, a recipient of the Will County Community Development Block Grant and a member of the National CASA Association. CASA of River Valley is an Equal Opportunity Organization.
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