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​Norfolk CASA
Advocate Manager Job Announcement
 
The Advocate Manager will assist in the screening, training, and direct supervision of volunteer advocates working with abused and neglected children. The Advocate Manager reports to the Executive Director and works closely with all staff and volunteers in regard to outreach, recruitment, case management, and training.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assist in screening, interviewing, and selecting volunteer applicants
  • Supervise Court Appointed Special Advocates as they investigate, monitor and report on court appointed cases of child abuse and neglect. This includes initial investigation and assessment of cases, coaching advocates and guiding them through court reporting, court attendance and investigations, as well as attending court hearings, planning meetings, and, in some cases, home visits
  • Participate in planning and implementation of volunteer recognition events
  • Complete annual volunteer evaluations
  • Maintain all grant specific goals, objectives and timelines along with entering case, volunteer, and program statistics into the CASA Manager database.
  • As directed, assist with other related projects and activities that will contribute to the mission of Norfolk CASA.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to Roxie A. Hoven, Executive Director at [email protected].
 
Qualifications: The position requires a bachelor’s degree and experience in child advocacy and volunteer management OR a combination of advocacy experience and training which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Candidate must have a valid driver's license, ability to travel locally and pass all background checks. This position also requires the candidate to be flexible and available to work some evenings and occasional weekend hours.
 
This position may be either full time (40 hrs./week) at $42-44k+ or part time (20hrs./week) at $21-22K
 
About the organization: Norfolk CASA is honored to serve by the order of the judges of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations 4th District. Norfolk CASA recruits, trains, and places community volunteers onto cases of child abuse and neglect. As a proud, volunteer-fueled team, Norfolk CASA is driven by community members who serve as dedicated advocates for Norfolk's most abused and neglected children.
 
Norfolk CASA Inc. does not discriminate against employees or volunteers on the basis of an individual's race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or ability.
 
Application deadline: Open until filled.
 Benefits:
  • Flexible/hybrid schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Healthcare Stipend for full time employees
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday – some weekends
Work Location: Norfolk (VA) Courthouse as well as remote

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​Becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate

As a CASA volunteer, one can expect to visit their assigned child; speak regularly with important adults in the child's life; speak with professionals to verify social services and to gather updates on their child's progress through the court system; work closely with supervisors to provide best services for their child; submit official reports to the judge detailing their investigation and provide recommendations for the safety and wellbeing of their child; and attend their child's court hearing. 

CASAs are required to complete 30 hours of specialized training. Trainings are offered twice a year with limited opportunities for independent study training. Our training is guided by the National CASA/GAL pre-service program and provides trainees with a wide breadth of instruction, such as basics of child development, court processes, family dynamics, cause and effects of abuse and neglect, as well as trauma-informed advocacy for children navigating the court and social service systems. ​In addition to training sessions and outside homework assignments, each volunteer will have the compelling opportunity to complete 4+ hours of independent court observation.

Before applying to become a CASA, please review the following eligibility requirements. 
  • You must be at least 21 years old. 
  • You must have a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
  • You must have a cell phone. 
  • You must complete a clear background check.*
  • You must have excellent communication (both written and oral)  and time management skills. 
  • You must have available time (10 hours a month - give or take)  and commit to an 18-month volunteer period (so not to leave a kid who has not found a forever home yet!) 
​*Norfolk CASA completes reference checks and extensive background checks on all of our volunteers.

Official training dates are: 
  • 3 Week Pre-Service Training Dates: Sept 2026 (9/8/26-9/24/26)  
    Tues 9/8 (6-8:30pm Zoom), Thurs 9/10 (6-8:30pm Zoom), Sat 9/12 (9-3pm In-Person)
    Tues 9/15 (6-8:30pm Zoom), Thurs 9/17 (6-8:30pm Zoom), Sat 9/19 (9-3pm In-Person)
    Tues 9/22 (6-8:30pm Zoom),  Thurs 9/24 (6-8:30pm Zoom)
    Got questions? Contact us for further information. 

Would you like to donate to our mission of serving Norfolk's abused and neglected children through court appointed volunteer advocacy?  You can make a tax-deductible donation here:
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150 St. Pauls Blvd
5th Floor,
Norfolk, VA 23510

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