Paralegal II - Poughkeepsie, NY
Church World Service, Inc.

Job Info

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Overview

Reports to:Supervising AttorneyLocation/ Work Arrangement:Poughkeepsie, NYSalary Minimum:$45,200 Salary Maximum:$56,500 Geographical Difference:This position may be eligible for 10% geographical differential
raising the band to minimum $49,720; target max $62,150

About CWS

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.

Purpose

Conduct Know Your Right Workshops at children's shelter in NY. Process affirmative immigration applications and assist staff attorneys in the preparation of the immigration case files including compiling application packets in an accurate fashion and providing interpretation/translation for attorney(s) and/or clients when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Know Your Rights workshops and support legal screenings of newly arrived migrant children and youth at ORR shelter in New York.
• Meet with clients to gather information or conduct initial intake, and assist staff attorneys in preparing applications for various immigration benefits including Special Immigrant Juvenile, asylum, family unification, etc.
• Provide administrative support to the CWS- New York's Immigrant Minor team, including answering client phone calls and scheduling appointments, entering data in case management software, photocopying documents, and submit invoices to the funder.
• Develop and maintain accurate case list and manage case files. Conduct appropriate file review to ensure that all case files are maintained and services are rendered timely and appropriately.
• Update job knowledge by participating in continuing educational opportunities. Participate in trainings and courses as needed to obtain partial or full DOJ accreditation.
• Represent CWS-NY at community-based organization meetings related to immigration issues.
• Conduct legal research, as directed by staff attorney or supervising attorney.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Experience: The successful candidate will have previous work or volunteer experience with asylum seekers, refugees, asylees, and other immigrants. At least one year of experience as a paralegal in a law office or non-profit legal services environment is preferred.

Other Skills:
The successful candidate must be highly detail oriented and possess superior organizational and task management abilities. Respect for client confidentiality. Ability to work independently to complete tasks with minimal direction. Superior written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish. Strong computer literacy, with knowledge of word processing and database applications, and ability to use standard office equipment in performing varied activities. A valid driver's license and reliable mode of transportation are a must.

Benefits

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid TimeOff (21 Paid Days Off;27 Days after 2Years)
- 14OfficialHolidays
- Sick Time Off (12 Accrued monthly)
- Life Insurance and AD&D
- Long Term and Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefits

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