Volunteer - Guardian Ad Litem

General Description The Guardian ad Litem (GAL) represents the best interests of the child in a variety of ways. Must have a heart for children, no previous training or legal background is required. The Guardian ad Litem is an Information Gatherer: The GAL collects information and interviews family, foster parents, teachers and any other persons involved in the child's life. Monitor: The GAL visits with the child or children, on their assigned case, at a minimum of once a month and advises the Program of the status of the child and updates regarding the child. Protector: The GAL works with community partners to ensure the child is receiving the assistance and support needed to remain safe. Courtroom Advocate: Based on the information that the GAL has gathered the GAL, through their attorney, is able to make independent recommendations to the court and becomes the voice of the child. DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION ON THIS POSTING.TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK AND IT WILL TAKE YOU TO THE APPLICATION AND ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION:https://herotoachild.org/volunteer/ Minimum Requirements Requirements Must be 21 years or older Must be able to pass a Level 2 Background screening DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION ON THIS POSTING.TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK AND IT WILL TAKE YOU TO THE APPLICATION AND ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION:https://herotoachild.org/volunteer/ Temporary Position - benefits not available. Not eligible for Veterans' Preference in accordance with FS 295.07. Employer Pasco County Address 7536 State Street New Port Richey, Florida, 34654 Phone (727) 847-8030 (727) 847-8103 Website http://www.pascocountyfl.net