Description
Make a difference in Watsonville and build your professional network! Seeking full-time members to serve August 15th 2024 to June 30, 2025 to support the Removal Defense program of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Monterey.
NDMV AmeriCorps members receive a range of benefits for AmeriCorps service with NDVMA including:
Living stipend of up to $29,000, pre-tax, distributed semi-monthly
Health insurance
Housing assistance (subsidized rooms for rent available in Watsonville for $400/mo)
Student Loan Forbearance
Food Assistance as eligible
Childcare Assistance as eligible
Education Awards totaling $10,000 pre-tax awarded after the successful completion of the service year.
Duties:
In this AmeriCorps position you will service collaboratively within the Catholic Charities team including Managing and Directing Attorneys, pro bono counsel, legal assistants, administrative support staff and case managers to provide client-centered, holistic representation, under the supervision of a Managing Attorney or Staff Attorney to assist in the representation of clients in removal proceedings.
Under supervision from accredited representatives and attorneys, perform intake screenings for potential clients seeking a variety of affirmative immigration relief types.
Prepare FBI fingerprint cards and submit for background checks.
Draft U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) forms for a variety of cases including U-Visa, VAWA, adjustment of status, extension of status, employment authorization, affirmative asylum, FOIA, and family petitions.
Write case declarations with clients, make edits, and do final reading with the client.
Prepare application packets for submission to USCIS and mail out.
Maintain clients’ physical and digital files and collect and track data within case management software
Interpret at asylum interviews, when possible, and act as interpreter for our in-office trial practices.
Translate client documents from Spanish to English and the organization’s materials from English to Spanish.
Prepare completed case files for closing.
Work with local social services agencies to assist clients with applying for and receiving benefits.
Provide timely, competent products while maintaining best practices for client confidentiality.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office product suite
Operate in a collaborative work environment, participate in meetings
Maintain electronic materials, including client’s electronic files and other confidential materials, according to office policy.
Demonstrate competency in written products.
Attend trainings as necessary.
Provide communications with clients which are culturally sensitive and within the scope of authorized client contact.
Provide timely responses to assignments.
Communicate effectively with Site Supervisor and Site Director.
Qualifications:
Must be bilingual
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite
Prior office experience preferred
As part of the NDMV AmeriCorps team you will also:
- Participate in team service projects
- Receive training on professional development topics
- Travel to a national MidYear service conference in Baltimore, MD!
Note: Prior experience as a Legal Assistant is preferred, but not required. Training will be provided for candidates who demonstrate the necessary skills and aptitude for the position.
Make a difference in Watsonville and build your professional network! Seeking full-time members to serve August 15th 2024 to June 30, 2025 to support the Removal Defense program of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Monterey.
NDMV AmeriCorps members receive a range of benefits for AmeriCorps service with NDVMA including:
Living stipend of up to $29,000, pre-tax, distributed semi-monthly
Health insurance
Housing assistance (subsidized rooms for rent available in Watsonville for $400/mo)
Student Loan Forbearance
Food Assistance as eligible
Childcare Assistance as eligible
Education Awards totaling $10,000 pre-tax awarded after the successful completion of the service year.
Duties:
In this AmeriCorps position you will service collaboratively within the Catholic Charities team including Managing and Directing Attorneys, pro bono counsel, legal assistants, administrative support staff and case managers to provide client-centered, holistic representation, under the supervision of a Managing Attorney or Staff Attorney to assist in the representation of clients in removal proceedings.
Under supervision from accredited representatives and attorneys, perform intake screenings for potential clients seeking a variety of affirmative immigration relief types.
Prepare FBI fingerprint cards and submit for background checks.
Draft U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) forms for a variety of cases including U-Visa, VAWA, adjustment of status, extension of status, employment authorization, affirmative asylum, FOIA, and family petitions.
Write case declarations with clients, make edits, and do final reading with the client.
Prepare application packets for submission to USCIS and mail out.
Maintain clients’ physical and digital files and collect and track data within case management software
Interpret at asylum interviews, when possible, and act as interpreter for our in-office trial practices.
Translate client documents from Spanish to English and the organization’s materials from English to Spanish.
Prepare completed case files for closing.
Work with local social services agencies to assist clients with applying for and receiving benefits.
Provide timely, competent products while maintaining best practices for client confidentiality.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office product suite
Operate in a collaborative work environment, participate in meetings
Maintain electronic materials, including client’s electronic files and other confidential materials, according to office policy.
Demonstrate competency in written products.
Attend trainings as necessary.
Provide communications with clients which are culturally sensitive and within the scope of authorized client contact.
Provide timely responses to assignments.
Communicate effectively with Site Supervisor and Site Director.
Qualifications:
Must be bilingual
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite
Prior office experience preferred
As part of the NDMV AmeriCorps team you will also:
- Participate in team service projects
- Receive training on professional development topics
- Travel to a national MidYear service conference in Baltimore, MD!
Note: Prior experience as a Legal Assistant is preferred, but not required. Training will be provided for candidates who demonstrate the necessary skills and aptitude for the position.
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Living Allowance
$2636
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$2636 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Housing, Living allowance, Stipend, Training
Additional Benefits
Regular training, team support, bi-weekly team meetings, housing assistance in some cities only
Education Requirements
GED
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Car recommended
Subject to criminal background check
Age Requirement
18 - 99