Bailey Johns Named Executive Director of Rapid City CASA Program
Bailey Johns has been appointed the new executive director of the Rapid City CASA program, a role she assumed on October 26. Johns will oversee the organization which advocates for children in abuse and neglect cases across Pennington, Custer, and…
Rapid City, SD, November 2, 2026 — Bailey Johns has taken on the role of executive director for the Rapid City CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) program. Her appointment became effective on October 26.
In her new capacity, Johns will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the organization. The Rapid City CASA program is dedicated to advocating for children who are involved in abuse and neglect cases within the judicial system.
The program serves a wide geographical area, providing its services across Pennington, Custer, and Fall River counties. CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to advocate for the best interests of children, ensuring their voices are heard in court proceedings and in foster care. These advocates aim to provide a consistent, caring adult presence for children who have been removed from their homes due to maltreatment.
The appointment of an executive director is a key leadership position, responsible for guiding the organization’s mission, managing staff and volunteers, developing community partnerships, and ensuring the program’s sustainability. The specific details regarding the transition process or any previous leadership structure were not provided.
Rapid City CASA is part of a national network of programs that work to recruit, train, and support community volunteers who are appointed by judges to advocate for children. The core mission revolves around ensuring that children in the child welfare system have a safe, permanent, and nurturing home. The organization relies on community support and the dedication of its volunteers to fulfill its critical mission of protecting vulnerable children.
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