Legal Assistance Of Western New York, Inc. (LawNY) ยท 4 months ago
AmeriCorps Legal Assitant - Elmira, NY (6-month and 1-year contracts)
Elmira, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$2,000/mo - $2,000/moLegal Assistance Of Western New York, Inc. (LawNY) is seeking an AmeriCorps Legal Assistant for a 6-month or 1-year term in Elmira, NY. The role involves providing intake and screening services for low-income individuals seeking legal assistance, as well as outreach to underserved populations, with a focus on enhancing legal support and collaboration with community agencies.
Law EnforcementLegalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Provide intake and screening services for income-eligible persons seeking legal assistance with civil law problems
Conduct outreach to underserved populations
Recruit and support community volunteers
Enhance efforts at collaboration with local human services agencies
Qualification
Required
Members should have at least two years of college or equivalent experience
Must live within commutable distance to the specified office
Preferred
Prior experience working with clients with low income is preferred but not required
Benefits
Aid in obtaining basic health coverage
Housing and food assistance
An educational award
Childcare expenses
Deferment of student loans
Company
Legal Assistance Of Western New York, Inc. (LawNY)
Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc.
Founded in 1968
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase