Fully Accredited Representative II La Maestra Community Health Center

Lamaestra; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 70,257; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Lamaestra in San Diego is seeking a Senior Accredited Representative to provide legal representation and support to clients seeking immigration relief. This role involves conducting legal consultations, preparing immigration applications, and overseeing partially accredited representatives.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s and/or law degree, and at least one year of relevant experience, with bilingual ability preferred. The position offers a pay range of $27.00 to $51.00 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of communities served and medical settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal consultations and provide immigration benefits advice.
• Prepare and file immigration applications for clients.
• Manage a caseload and ensure timely service delivery.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups

Accurate keyboarding skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Law degree (JD preferred/LLM preferred)

Job description

Full time·$27.00 – $51.00 Hourly

Benefits

Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation

Job Description

Pay range: $27.00 to $51.00 per hour, depends on experience (DOE)

Summary: The Senior Accredited Representative will provide legal representation, support to clients seeking immigration relief, and supervise partially accredited representatives. This role involves conducting legal consultations, preparing and filing immigration applications, and representing clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The representative will work closely with a team of legal professionals and advocates to ensure clients receive high-quality legal services.

Reports to: Supervising Attorney

Education: Bachelor’s degree, and/or law degree ( JD preferred/LLM preferred)

Certification: DOJ Accreditation (preferred)

Requirements: Current Valid CPR Certification (required) Spanish (preferred)

Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Essential Job Duties

• Legal Representation:
  • Represent detained and non-detained clients in immigration matters before EOIR, USCIS, and other relevant agencies according to internal caseload requirements.
  • Prepare and file a variety of immigration forms and applications.
  • Provide legal advice and consultations to clients, assessing their eligibility for immigration benefits and relief.
  • Assist co-counsel in other legal providers’ cases.
  • Cover for other legal provider’s court appearances and interviews.
• Case Management:
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files, ensuring all client interactions and legal actions are thoroughly documented.
  • Manage a caseload of clients, ensuring timely and effective service delivery.
  • Monitor case progress and follow up with clients as necessary.
• Client Support:
  • Conduct client intake interviews to gather necessary information and assess legal needs.
  • Provide information and education to clients about their legal rights and options.
  • Offer emotional support and guidance to clients navigating the complex immigration process.
• Advocacy and Outreach:
  • Collaborate with community organizations and stakeholders to advocate for immigrant rights.
  • Participate in community outreach efforts, including legal workshops and information sessions.
  • Work with the organization’s leadership to develop and implement advocacy strategies.
• Compliance and Reporting:
  • Ensure compliance with DOJ and organizational policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
  • Attend trainings to maintain full OLAP accreditation from the Department of Justice.
  • Prepare and submit reports as required by the organization and funding agencies.
  • Stay current on changes in immigration law and policy, and adapt practices accordingly.

Verbal and Written Skills to perform the job: Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Familiarity with basic word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Accurate keyboarding skills.

Technical knowledge and skills required to perform the job: Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and the demonstrated ability to work with diverse individuals and groups. Demonstrate high levels of self-initiation and direction. Knowledge of communities we serve. Knowledge and experience working in medical settings and interacting collaboratively with medical teams. Skill in analyzing situations and making timely decisions.

Physical and Mental Requirements: Work involves sitting, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

La Maestra Community Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or any other protected class, political affiliation or belief.