MW060
Located in Shreveport, LA
Pay: $DOE
Job Full Description
Immigration Legal Advocate (Part-Time)
Location: Shreveport, LA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 20–25 hours/week
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Benefits: Benefits package + 13 paid holidays
Mission-Focused Responsibilities:
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Remedy legal issues by providing quality immigration legal services to immigrants
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Prevent legal issues by providing law-related education to immigrants and organizations
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Strengthen families by connecting immigrants to other resources in the community
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
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Provide Spanish to English interpretation and document translation
- Bilingual speaking is REQUIRED
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Oversee intake process to ensure that all client intake forms are completed and necessary documentation is obtained, and scheduling appointments
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Assist supervising attorney in gathering and preparing documentation for immigration legal applications to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
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Draft and prepare immigration legal forms for attorney review
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Create and maintain client files in compliance with Catholic Charities policies and procedures as well as relevant regulations and laws
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Become proficient in client case management software for entering client profiles when necessary and entering notices and other documents into the client platform
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Participate in immigration law training in preparation for applying to the Department of Justice for accreditation to practice immigration law while employed by CCNLA and under attorney supervision
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Perform clerical duties as necessary, including filing, answering phone calls and data entry
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Other duties as assigned
Experience and Qualification Requirements:
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in related field, paralegal experience, or similar education or training preferred. Experience in immigration matters preferred.
Other Skills/Requirements:
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Fluency in Spanish and English
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Demonstrated interest in serving the immigrant community and experience working with persons with diverse economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively work with diverse groups of coworkers, volunteers and clients and advocate with governmental and other organizations
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Strong organizational and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and handle a large caseload
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Excellent oral, listening, and written communication skills
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PC proficiency and competency in Microsoft Office applications; database experience preferred
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Possess good judgment, the ability to learn quickly and work independently as well as in collaboration with others
Shreveport, LA
3391
406 Turtle Creek Drive
Suite A
Shreveport, LA 71115
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