CASA Recruitment and Training Coordinator

City of Chesapeake -
Chesapeake, VA

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Job Details

Part-time
$26.85 an hour
23 hours ago

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Driver's License
First Aid Certification

Full Job Description

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

CASA Recruitment and Training Coordinator

Job Type

Part Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

Department

HUMAN SVCS

Division

HS COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Requisition Number

2026380

Number of hours worked per week

Work Schedule

Hours vary Monday-Friday-8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Some nights and weekends as needed.

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, VA {301 Albemarle Drive}

Position Driving Requirement

O - Occasional

Pay Grade

GE11

Pay Basis

Weekly

Advertised Salary

$26.85 / per hour

Please note that this position is grant funded

Job Description

The Recruitment & Training Coordinator connects passionate people with meaningful opportunities to advocate for children. From recruiting and training new CASA volunteers to building community partnerships, this role plays a key part in ensuring every child has access to a well-prepared advocate. An important priority is reaching underrepresented communities and growing a volunteer base that reflects the children and families we serve.

Essential Responsibilities:

Respond to volunteer inquiries, conduct Information Sessions, and recruit, interview, and select qualified volunteer applicants.
Coordinate the volunteer onboarding process, including applications, interviews, background checks, and intake materials.
Plan and oversee pre-service training and coordinate ongoing in-service training with the Program Coordinator.
Provide supervision, guidance, and ongoing support to assigned volunteer advocates, including reviewing court reports and making volunteer assignments for court-appointed cases.
Attend court hearings, treatment team meetings, family partnership meetings, and other case-related activities as needed to support volunteer advocates.
Serve as a liaison with the courts, Court Service Unit, Department of Social Services, City Attorney, and other community partners to ensure effective advocacy for children served by CASA.
Promote Chesapeake CASA through community outreach, presentations, correspondence, and recruitment communications.
Maintain court schedules, program records, statistical data, and documentation, and assist with state and federal grant reporting.
Investigate and respond to concerns or complaints from clients, families, judicial personnel, volunteers, and members of the public.
Stay current on developments in child welfare, juvenile justice, and social work, and perform other duties as assigned to support the Chesapeake CASA program.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires a bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience in business administration, public administration, or social work with class work in behavioral sciences or closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards. Also requires CPR and First Aid Certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience as a CASA or participation in CASA training;

2. Experience or training as an educator;

3. Experience in volunteer recruitment and management;

4. Knowledge and understanding of issues and dynamics within families relating to child abuse and neglect; knowledge of child development; knowledge of the impact of trauma on children, youth and adults; and,

5. Knowledge of the child welfare, education and/or court systems.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date

07/31/2026

Job Close Date

08/13/2026

Open Continuous

Special Instructions to Applicants

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Walking

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount

Exerting up to 10 lbs

Carrying

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Exerting up to 20 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Exerting up to 20 lbs

Reaching

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Kneeling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crawling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Bending

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Twisting

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Climbing

Never- Never occurs.

Balancing

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Vision

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

N = Never

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Computer
scanner
copier/fax

Protective Equipment Required

none

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards

N = Never

Chemical Hazards

N = Never

Electrical Hazards

N = Never

Fire Hazards

N = Never

Explosives

N = Never

Communicable Diseases

S = Seasonally

Physical Danger or Abuse

N = Never

Other

N = Never

If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust

S = Seasonally

Extreme Temperatures

N = Never

Noise and Vibration

N = Never

Fumes and Odors

N = Never

Wetness/Humidity

N = Never

Darkness or Poor Lighting

N = Never

Primary Work Location

Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Team members can assist with scheduling and emergency situations

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