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Job Announcement, Advocate Supervisor, CASA of South Mississippi

CASA of South Mississippi is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the abused and neglected children of South Mississippi. CASA of South Mississippi seeks to hire a motivated and competent individual to assume the role of Advocate Supervisor in a growing nonprofit organization.

Under general supervision the purpose of the Advocate Supervisor position is to assist in the recruitment, screening, training, supervision, and retention of CASA volunteers who serve child victims of abuse and neglect; preparing files for Court; advising the Judge and/or other program staff on cases assigned to CASA; preparing official documents; performs related work as required.  (Employees in this classification perform professional work.) The Advocate Supervisor position is under the supervision of the Program Director.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in a social services or related field. Experience with the CASA organization, case management, or social services is preferred. Experience may be substituted for education. Experience in the following areas will be given preference: training, volunteer supervision and management, child abuse, and foster care.

Burgers & Bushwackers at Coastal Daiquiri Bar & Grill

🍔🍹 Burgers & Bushwackers — Saturday, June 20 | 11am–5pm
Join us at Coastal Daiquiri Bar & Grill (501 Jeff Davis Ave, Long Beach, MS) for a fun afternoon benefitting CASA of South Mississippi!
Come hungry and celebrate our host, Kevin Felsher — our 2026 Beacon of Hope honoree. Every bite helps stand up for children in Hancock, Harrison, and Stone Counties. 💙
#BurgersAndBushwackers #CASASouthMS #BeaconOfHope #GulfCoastGives #LongBeachMS

Light of Hope on April 23, 2026

Every child deserves a voice — and an advocate. This April, help us honor the people who show up for children in our community every single day.
Join CASA of South Mississippi for our Light of Hope Fundraiser & Awards Dinner on Thursday, April 23rd at 5:30 pm at the Great Southern Club, 2510 14th Street, Gulfport. This mission-driven evening is presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort Cares.

Enjoy an evening of dinner, a cash bar, and the joy of celebrating some truly remarkable people — our 2026 Award Recipients:
✦ Laura-Michel DeHaan
✦ Bernadette Vitale
✦ Johnene Thames
✦ Angela Fountain
✦ Rodger Wilder
✦ Bernie Ostervold

Volunteer

We’d love your support!

Donate

Change a child’s life today!

Calendar of Events

See what we’ve got going on!

News & Info

Stay up to date!

Change a Child’s Story.

CASA and GAL volunteers advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Learn more and get involved today.

Recent News & Information

Job Announcement, Advocate Supervisor, CASA of South Mississippi

CASA of South Mississippi is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the abused and neglected children of South Mississippi. CASA of South Mississippi seeks to hire a motivated and competent individual to assume the role of Advocate Supervisor in a growing nonprofit organization.

Under general supervision the purpose of the Advocate Supervisor position is to assist in the recruitment, screening, training, supervision, and retention of CASA volunteers who serve child victims of abuse and neglect; preparing files for Court; advising the Judge and/or other program staff on cases assigned to CASA; preparing official documents; performs related work as required.  (Employees in this classification perform professional work.) The Advocate Supervisor position is under the supervision of the Program Director.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in a social services or related field. Experience with the CASA organization, case management, or social services is preferred. Experience may be substituted for education. Experience in the following areas will be given preference: training, volunteer supervision and management, child abuse, and foster care.

Burgers & Bushwackers at Coastal Daiquiri Bar & Grill

🍔🍹 Burgers & Bushwackers — Saturday, June 20 | 11am–5pm
Join us at Coastal Daiquiri Bar & Grill (501 Jeff Davis Ave, Long Beach, MS) for a fun afternoon benefitting CASA of South Mississippi!
Come hungry and celebrate our host, Kevin Felsher — our 2026 Beacon of Hope honoree. Every bite helps stand up for children in Hancock, Harrison, and Stone Counties. 💙
#BurgersAndBushwackers #CASASouthMS #BeaconOfHope #GulfCoastGives #LongBeachMS

Light of Hope on April 23, 2026

Every child deserves a voice — and an advocate. This April, help us honor the people who show up for children in our community every single day.
Join CASA of South Mississippi for our Light of Hope Fundraiser & Awards Dinner on Thursday, April 23rd at 5:30 pm at the Great Southern Club, 2510 14th Street, Gulfport. This mission-driven evening is presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort Cares.

Enjoy an evening of dinner, a cash bar, and the joy of celebrating some truly remarkable people — our 2026 Award Recipients:
✦ Laura-Michel DeHaan
✦ Bernadette Vitale
✦ Johnene Thames
✦ Angela Fountain
✦ Rodger Wilder
✦ Bernie Ostervold

Mission

To advocate for South Mississippi’s abused and neglected children by supporting volunteers who promote safety, permanency, and resilience.

Our Vision

A community where all children thrive in safe and nurturing families.

Our Values

  • Each Child’s Right to a Safe, Nurturing and Permanent Home
  • Best Practices in Quality Advocacy in accordance with National CASA Standards
  • Responsibility to the community to Provide Mission Driven Services
8 Advocates Sworn in May 9, 2023