Paralegal II - FL - Church World Service

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:

Assist the Attorney and/or other paralegals in the preparation of the case files including compiling application packets in an accurate fashion by completing required accompanying documents and providing interpretation/translation for attorney(s) and/or clients when necessary. Perform outreach in the community. 

Responsibilities:

• Analyze each applicant to determine eligibility for desired immigration benefit.
• Spot potential problems and issues in each instance that may prevent applicant from receiving desired benefit.
• Identify potential solutions for identified issues and problems.
• Conduct intake and/or exit interviews and determine client eligibility for services.
• Assist clients in completing their immigration applications, including, but limited to employment authorization (I-765); permanent residence (I-485); asylum (I-589); parole renewal (I-94); citizenship (N-400).
• Compile application packets in an accurate fashion by completing required accompanying documents, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, photographs, translations, etc.
• Develop and maintain accurate Case List and manage case files. 
• Stay abreast of developments in immigration laws and changes in procedures.
• Act as interpreter or translator as needed.
• Review and clip relevant newspaper articles and file for later reference.
• Performs outreach during evening and weekends when necessary.
• Work from community partners locations as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Qualifications:

Education: 
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required.

 

Experience:
Minimum of 3 years previous work experience with asylum seekers, refugees, asylees, and immigrant entrants. Fluency in Spanish or Haitian Creole required.

Other Skills:

Strong computer literacy with knowledge of word processing and database applications. Ability to use standard office equipment in performing varied activities.  Attention to detail.  Respect of confidentiality.  Strong English writing skills.

 

 

Benefits :CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:    - 403 (b) Retirement Plan                                               - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance                                                  - Generous Paid Time Off (18 Paid Days Off; 24 Days after 2 Years)  - 14 Official Holidays  - 12 Sick Days Off (Accrued monthly)                                      - Life Insurance and AD&D                                             - Long Term and Short-Term Disability                                                  - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)                                                 - Health Savings Account                                               - Flexible Spending Accounts