CASA - Rousseau Centre - Part Time Assistant

Under the direction of the Director of CASA, the Program Assistant will help recruit volunteers, manage the Child Visitation Team (which provides child visits for cases served by Guardians ad Litem), assist with training and support of volunteers, and assist staff as needed.  The position is grant-funded.  Continuation of the position is reliant on available grant funds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists with outreach activities and the implementation of marketing strategies.
• Ensures communication with potential volunteers.
• Coordinates and monitors all efforts of the Child Visitation Team including ongoing communication with team members, the Guardian ad Litem Liaison and Attorney Guardians ad Litem (GALs).
• Ensures that each case served by GALs is updated with relevant reports, court orders, and other pertinent information in Optima, the program’s case management system.
• Provides support for volunteer recruitment, training, and recognition events as needed.
• Assists staff as needed.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma and five years of related experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Demonstrated communication skills.
• Strong computer skills including the ability to use Microsoft Office, Optima, and other job-related software.
• Experience working with volunteers preferred.
• Working knowledge of Allen Superior Court CHINS process preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Program Assistant works primarily in a standard office environment but may also need to travel for meetings and appointments. The role requires frequent sitting with the ability to move freely within the workspace. Physical demands include occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds and some bending. The position involves frequent typing, attention to detail, and proofreading tasks. The Program Assistant may encounter individuals who are emotional, hostile, or aggressive, requiring composure and effective communication. A valid Driver’s License is necessary for travel related to the role.

• Frequent sitting with occasional movement around the workspace.
• Regular typing, attention to detail, and proofreading required.
• Occasional bending, lifting up to 20 pounds, and reaching.
• Possible interactions with emotional or hostile individuals.

 The description below outlines the physical requirements specific to the CASA Program Assistant’s role:

SUPERVISION:

None

LICENSING:

Valid Driver’s License to drive to and from meetings and appointments required

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:

Director of CASA

HOURS:

Hours are flexible and may include some evenings and weekends, on average 20 hours per week.

EEO CATEGORY:

0101

WORKER’S COMP CODE:

8820