Advocate Supervisor/Volunteer Coach

Advocate Supervisor/Volunteer Coach Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Santa Barbara County Santa Maria, CA Job Details Full-time $28 - $32 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Paid training 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off On-the-job training Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Volunteer management Writing skills Administrative experience Social Work Editing Full Job Description Please note - you must submit both a resume and a cover letter. Instant apply will not result in an interview! Instructions are below. Make a difference every day. CASA of Santa Barbara County is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Advocate Supervisor for our Santa Maria office . If you're passionate about making a tangible difference for children in foster care and thrive in a role where you can lead, coach, and inspire others—this may be the perfect opportunity. About CASA Our mission is to ensure a safe, nurturing, and permanent home for every child who has experienced abuse or neglect by providing highly trained Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers. Our volunteer advocates are assigned to one child or sibling group and supported every step of the way by staff Advocate Supervisors—like the one we're hiring now. What You'll Do Supervise a team of 30+ CASA volunteers, providing guidance, coaching, and case management. Support volunteers as they advocate for children in court, ensuring reports and recommendations are clear and timely. Serve as a liaison between CASAs and legal, child welfare, and educational professionals. Review, edit, and approve volunteer court reports; assist with report writing when needed. Maintain detailed case and volunteer records. Attend hearings, meetings, and trainings. Promote the mission of CASA and participate in staff development and community engagement. Contribute to volunteer training and recognition. What We're Looking For A minimum of 4 years of professional experience , ideally in social work, education, psychology, or a related field - but we have also found that the right person, with the passion for our work, can learn the role and thrive. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Comfort with high-detail administrative tasks and emotionally sensitive casework. Experience working with or supervising volunteers preferred. Flexible schedule availability (some evening/weekend hours). Passion for child advocacy and nonprofit work. Work Environment & Schedule Standard 40-hour workweek with occasional evenings or weekends. Professional office setting in Santa Maria (no remote work). Training is provided for this position. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift 25 lbs, sit or stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced office environment. Benefits 401(k) with 3% employer match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development support Opportunities for advancement to Senior Advocate Supervisor Application Instructions Please submit both a cover letter and resume . Your cover letter should share your interest in CASA and your qualifications for supervising a volunteer team. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Equal Opportunity Employer CASA of Santa Barbara County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We prohibit unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under local, state, or federal law.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): A resume and cover letter is required to secure an interview. Is yours submitted? Instant applications will not be considered without both submitted.

Work Location:

In person