About Us

CASA of Cuyahoga County

Every day, more than 2,000 local children are living in protective care because it isn’t safe for them at home.

Court Appointed Special Advocate® (CASA) volunteers advocate on behalf of our children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or dependency.

The children benefit from the time, skill, objectivity, and concern of the CASA for each child’s welfare. Appreciated by judicial, legal, and social service communities, CASA volunteers work to change lives one child at a time.

See our CASA Frequently Asked Questions page

Our Mission

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Cuyahoga County provides qualified, trained, and supervised community volunteers to advocate for the best interests of children at risk for abuse, neglect, and dependency who are involved with the Juvenile Court, in collaboration with key agencies and significant individuals in their lives.

Career Opportunities

CASA Volunteer Coordinator (Full-time)

The Volunteer Coordinator (VC) oversees up to 30 Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) to ensure children in Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court receive quality advocacy. Responsibilities include supervision, case management, training, and coordination of CASAs and collaborating with team members to promote CASA’s mission in the community.

Community Engagement and Recruitment Coordinator (Part-time)

The Community Engagement and Recruitment Coordinator is responsible for public relations, community outreach, and raising awareness for children involved in the child welfare, family law, and juvenile justice systems. This includes developing and implementing strategies for community engagement, outreach, communications, and volunteer recruitment. The coordinator must understand community resources, Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court functions, and relevant legal systems. Additionally, they will focus on recruiting prospective CASA volunteers to support the organization’s mission.