Bilingual Public Benefits Paralegal (Spanish/English)

Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid parental leave

Job summary

The Community Justice Project is seeking a Temporary Bilingual Public Benefits Paralegal to support a statewide legal aid program in Scranton or Hazleton, PA. The role focuses on staffinga hotline, outreach, and clinics to assist low-income clients with public benefits issues.

The position is temporary through August 31, 2027, full-time, and hybrid with potential remote work one or two days per week. A minimum associate degree and full bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish are required.

Qualifications

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Associate degree required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Paralegal experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Staff a public benefits hotline.
• Conduct public benefits outreach.
• Staff public benefits clinics.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Temporary Bilingual Public Benefits Paralegal - Community Justice Project

October 6, 2026

The Community Justice Project is hiring a temporary bilingual (English and Spanish-speaking) Public Benefits Paralegal to work out of its Scranton or Hazleton, PA office. This posting is for a temporary (now through August 31, 2027), full-time position.

Overview of the Community Justice Project:

The Community Justice Project (“CJP”) is a statewide, unrestricted legal aid program that is part of Pennsylvania’s Legal Aid Network. CJP conducts broad advocacy in all forms and subject areas, which includes civil rights, employment, housing, consumer, immigration, and public benefits work.

Job Description:

The Temporary Bilingual Public Benefits Paralegal will staff a public benefits hotline, conduct public benefits outreach, and staff public benefits clinics.

This is a temporary, limited duration (now through Aug. 31, 2027) position. The position is hybrid, with the ability to work remotely one or two days per week.

Job Requirements:

The Temporary Bilingual Public Benefits Paralegal must have at least an associate degree and be fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Strong organizational and communications skills and a commitment to CJP’s low-income client community are also important. Prior paralegal experience is not necessary.

Compensation and Benefits:

The Temporary Bilingual Public Benefits Paralegal will be a non-exempt employee. The starting, entry-level compensation for employees at the Paralegal I level is $18.74/hour, though candidates will be assessed for the possibility of starting at the Paralegal II level. In addition, full time employees are eligible for CJP’s benefits package, including health insurance, dental and vision insurance, retirement contributions, and paid parental leave.

How to Apply:

This position will remain open until filled. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Marielle Macher by email to [e-mail] .

The Community Justice Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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