AMERICORPS LEGAL AIDE BASED LOS ANGELES (AFFIRM)

Job description

This is a full- time, 40 hours a week service position, with bi-weekly living stipend.

Benefits of AmeriCorps

• - Health insurance (including mental health coverage)
• - Living Stipend (starting at $29,000/11 months, pre-tax, disbursed  semi monthly)
• - Loan Forbearance
• - Segal Education Award and California for All Education Awards awarded at the completion of service (totaling $10,000).

Summary of Responsibilities (Full Description Available)

• Assist in intake screenings for potential clients seeking affirmative immigration relief
• Draft USCIS forms and prepare application packets
• Interpret at asylum interviews and translate client documents from Spanish to English
• Maintain clients’ physical and digital files and collect and track data
• Work with local social services agencies to assist clients with applying for and receiving benefits

Qualifications:

• Fluency in Spanish is required
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive information
• Ability to complete prepare written documents with attention to accuracy
• Proficiency in Google Workspace Apps, Microsoft Word, Adobe Pro, Excel, and Al Otro Lado’s database management system
• Self-directed, innovative, and able to work in a fast-paced setting
• Must be committed to immigrant rights and advocating for justice

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $2636 semi monthly

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• On the road

Application Question(s):

Language:

• Spanish (Required)
• English (Required)