International Rescue Committee Phoenix · 4 months ago
Legal Assistant, Children's Legal Services
Dexter By The Sea, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
3+ years expThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization that responds to the world's worst crises. They are seeking two bilingual Legal Assistants for their Children’s Legal Services program to support attorneys in providing legal representation to unaccompanied immigrant children. The role involves coordinating client referrals, assisting with immigration applications, and maintaining program records.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Coordinate and receive case referrals, setting up new case files (both electronic and hard copy), recording referrals, and setting up initial client meetings with attorneys
Assist in conducting intakes or follow-up meetings with unaccompanied child clients released to sponsors in King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Spokane counties or residing in an URM program in Western Washington - interpreting at the meetings as needed, and gathering supporting documents. Some meetings require local travel
Assist in preparing filings for the Seattle Immigration Court, Washington State Courts, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
Communicate with clients to schedule appointments, provide case status updates as directed by the attorneys, request documents and other information, schedule appointments, and manage other communications, as needed
Prepare affidavits, legal correspondence, and other documents for the CLS program’s attorneys
Translate documents from Spanish to English and client communications from English to Spanish
Interpret for client meetings or phone calls, as needed
Process and record daily mail; assist with monthly data reporting submissions and checking; prepare monthly invoicing documentation; track deadlines for the Children’s Legal Services team; and prepare monthly reports as needed
Coordinate with other IRC program staff and community partners to refer clients for wrap-around services, where appropriate, and prepare referral packages for children who move out of local jurisdiction
Provide interpretation for clients at USCIS interviews, as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or 3 years' experience/ knowledge in the field of immigration law or child welfare, family, or juvenile justice law
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking both Spanish and English required
Excellent attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve problems and exercise sound judgement
Evidence of capacity to be a strong team member in a highly collaborative social services environment
Deep commitment to working with immigrants, children, and asylum seekers
Trauma-informed and sensitive listening and communication skills
Personal integrity in handling ethically complex and confidential situations
Commitment to anti-racism and ongoing learning
Strong computer literacy, research, and analysis skills
Must have a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, active insurance policy and ability to travel frequently in and around the service area to attend hearings and interviews and engage with clients and community partners
Preferred
Experience in a legal setting highly desirable, but not required
Lived experience with the immigration legal system highly desired, but not required
Experience working with children highly desirable, but not required
Benefits
10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
Medical insurance starting at $143 per month
Dental starting at $6.50 per month
Vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
Disability & life insurance
An Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles
Company
International Rescue Committee Phoenix
Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase