Volunteers are an important part of the network of community partnerships that help protect children, develop youth, strengthen families and build safe communities.
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Certified volunteers are valued at the Department of Children’s Services as additional resources that enhance programs and help provide non-formal services for the children and families served by the department. Volunteers are trained and offer support in any area of the department where there are identified needs.
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Volunteers do not supplant DCS staff in providing services but contribute to the agency through offering their distinct talents, skills, and resources.

Volunteer Responsibilities

• Play with children who come into custody or just keep them company.
• Aide a caseworker with office duties and filing.
• Support administrative staff by performing clerical tasks.
• Serve as a legal Intern.
• Assist a caseworker by sitting in on Child and Family Team Meetings (CFTM) to serve as advocates for children and families — a volunteer’s presence enhances safety and permanence for children.
• Serve in a supportive role to the family throughout the life of a case and even after it is closed.
• Share your knowledge of community resources with caseworkers.
• Support caseworkers as interns or certification students.

How You Can Help

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Volunteer Responsibilities