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.
February/March 2022 Training Schedule:
February 26th – March 10th
Virtual Training
Saturday, February 26th
10 AM – 3 PM
Introduction/Welcome
Juvenile Law
Confidentiality
CASA Overview
Optima
Cultural Competency
Tuesday, March 1st
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, March 3rd
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, March 5th
10 AM – 3 PM
Gathering Information
Writing the Court Report
What a CASA Can and Cannot Do
Tuesday, March 8th
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
The Impact of Substance Abuse
Mental Illness Awareness
Thursday, March 10th
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
April/May
4/23, 4/26, 4/28, 4/30, 5/3, 5/5
July
16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28
September
10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22
October/November
10/29, 11/1, 11/3, 11/5, 11/8, 11/10
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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