The CASA / CATC program provides a coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach to victims of child abuse and neglect.  The Child Advocate Specialist recruits trains and supervises volunteers who provide case-specific advocacy to child victims.  Additionally, staff, including the advocate participates in the multi-disciplinary review of all allegations of sexual and physical abuse of children.  The CASA program is mandated by ORS 419A.170, Multi-disciplinary Teams are outlined in ORS 418.746-796.  Department of Justice makes policy and regulates MDT practice and funding.

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Objectives

·         Provide advocacy for child victims of abuse and neglect

·         Coordinate Multi-disciplinary Team Efforts

·         Recruit, train and monitor a core of volunteer advocates

Program Accomplishments and Goals

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Fiscal Year 20-- 20-- Expected Accomplishments

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Fiscal Year 20-- 20-- Goals

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